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Festive Christmas Layered Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Megane
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 minutes (for boiling eggs and cooking corn if needed)
  • Total Time: 22 minutes plus 1 hour chilling time
  • Yield: 6-8 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A festive and colorful Christmas Layered Salad that combines fresh vegetables, cooked chicken, cheese, and a creamy salad dressing, perfect for holiday gatherings. This easy-to-make salad is naturally gluten-free and can be garnished with fresh herbs for an added touch of flavor and presentation.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 1 head of lettuce, chopped
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1 cup tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 cup peas (fresh or thawed if frozen)
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
  • 1/2 cup red peppers, diced
  • 1/2 cup corn (cooked or canned, drained)

Dressing and Garnish

  • 1 cup salad dressing (use gluten-free if desired)
  • Fresh chives, basil, parsley, or extra lettuce for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Chop the lettuce, dice the tomatoes, red peppers, and cooked chicken, slice the black olives and mushrooms, and hard boil and chop the eggs. Ensure peas and corn are ready and drained if necessary.
  2. Layer Salad: In a clear trifle bowl or large glass bowl, layer the ingredients starting with chopped lettuce at the bottom. Follow each subsequent ingredient in the order of olives, tomatoes, mushrooms, peas, eggs, cheese, cooked chicken, red peppers, and corn to create a visually appealing layered effect.
  3. Add Dressing: Pour the salad dressing evenly over the top layer, ensuring it covers the ingredients.
  4. Chill the Salad: Refrigerate the layered salad for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and for the salad to chill thoroughly.
  5. Serve: Before serving, garnish with fresh herbs such as chives, basil, or parsley, or additional lettuce leaves. Serve with extra salad dressing on the side for guests who want more.

Notes

  • This salad is naturally gluten-free; ensure your salad dressing is labeled gluten-free if needed.
  • Use fresh herbs like chives, basil, or parsley to enhance flavor and presentation.
  • Perfect for holiday meals or festive occasions where a colorful, healthy dish is desired.
  • Can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated to save time on the day of serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Find it online: https://comfortplates.com/festive-christmas-layered-salad-recipe/