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    Home / Recipes / Salads / Overnight 7 Layer Salad

    Overnight 7 Layer Salad

    June 30, 2023 by Keto Cooking Christian Leave a Comment

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    This beautiful and delicious Overnight 7 Layer Salad has vibrant layers of fresh vegetables, crispy bacon, and a creamy homemade dressing, making this low-carb salad perfect for any occasion.

    Overnight 7 Layer Salad in glass trifle bowl
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    • ❤️ Why You’ll Love this 7 Layer Salad Recipe
    • 🛒 What’s in 7 Layer Salad
    • 🔪 How to Make Overnight Low-Carb Layered Salad
    • What is 7 Layer Salad Made of?
    • Why This 7 Layer Salad is Different
    • Low-Carb Add-in's and Variations of 7 Layer Salad
    • Can I Meal Prep This Salad for Work?
    • Where did 7-layer salad originate?
    • More Keto Salad Recipes

    ❤️ Why You’ll Love this 7 Layer Salad Recipe

    • Loaded with crisp fresh veggies
    • Perfect combination of textures and flavors
    • Layered in a trifle bowl, making a beautiful presentation
    • Great make-ahead meal
    Overnight 7 Layer Salad in trifle bowl with smaller white bowl with salad in front

    Are you tired of the same ole tossed salad recipes? This amazing easy overnight 7-layer salad is the perfect answer for those looking for ways to up their low-carb salad game. It's made with a delicious variety of textures and flavors that are beautifully arranged in a trifle dish. It's truly like a colorful work of art that you can eat!

    The best part is, it's also a huge time-saver because you can prep it the night before, so there's no rushing around when it's time to serve. Whether you're hosting a fancy dinner party, looking for a potluck dish or just wanting a tasty low-carb side dish for a family dinner, this layered salad makes the perfect addition to any gathering.

    overhead view of Overnight 7 Layer Salad in white bowl

    While most 7-layer salads use store bought dressing with added sugars and preservatives, this one is dressed with a from scratch, dressing made with a healthy Ranch seasoning blend.

    Once you try it, you'll want to make an extra batch! It's fantastic in this Ranch Roasted Cauliflower or these yummy Keto Ranch Crackers.

    🛒 What’s in 7 Layer Salad

    • Romaine lettuce
    • Hard boiled eggs
    • Bell peppers
    • Cherry tomatoes
    • Cheddar cheese
    • Red cabbage
    • Bacon
    • Sour cream
    • Mayonnaise
    • Heavy cream
    • Keto Ranch Seasoning (or store bought)

    *Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

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    • 9" Trifle bowl
    • Mixing bowl
    • Whisk

    🔪 How to Make Overnight Low-Carb Layered Salad

    In a small mixing bowl, add in the sour cream, mayonnaise, heavy cream and ranch seasoning. 

    ranch dressing ingredients in bowl

    Whisk until well combined, then set aside while you assemble the salad.

    ranch dressing in glass bowl with whisk

    In the bottom of a 9” glass trifle bowl or other large glass serving bowl, add in the romaine lettuce.

    Tip: If you have another type of lettuce on hand, you can chop and use it instead.

    trifle bowl with shredded lettuce

    Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, then add them on top of the lettuce.

    shredded lettuce and cut cherry tomatoes in glass trifle bowl

    Next, add the hard boiled eggs...

    glass trifle bowl with chopped hard boiled eggs tomatoes and lettuce

    Next add a layer of the shredded red cabbage...

    glass trifle bowl with shredded red cabbage hard boiled eggs tomatoes and lettuce

    Then the colorful bell peppers...

    red and yellow bell pepper chunks shredded red cabbage hard boiled eggs tomatoes and shredded lettuce in glass trifle bowl

    Then, a generous amount of the zesty Ranch dressing...

    ranch dressing over salad in trifle bowl

    Sprinkle with a layer of shredded cheddar cheese and top with the salty crumbled bacon.

    top view of salad in glass bowl with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped cooked bacon

    Keep it layered, do not toss it until right before serving.  Cover the salad with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for 8 hours or overnight before serving.

    Overnight 7 Layer Salad in glass trifle bowl

    What is 7 Layer Salad Made of?

    The classic 7 layers consist of lettuce, tomatoes, peas, shredded cheese, hard boiled eggs, red onion, bacon and dressing made of sour cream and mayonnaise.

    Why This 7 Layer Salad is Different

    I omitted the red onion and peas but added shredded red cabbage and bell pepper.  I also added ranch seasoning to the dressing to give it more flavor.

    Overnight 7 Layer Salad in trifle bowl with smaller white bowl with salad in front

    Low-Carb Add-in's and Variations of 7 Layer Salad

    Feel free to mix and match these ingredients to create a variation of this salad to suit your personal tastes:

    • Cauliflower or broccoli florets: Break them into small florets for added crunch.
    • Mushrooms: Sautéed or raw mushrooms will add an earthy flavor and meaty texture.
    • Shredded brussels sprouts: Slightly bitter, brussels sprouts will add nice contrast to the creamy dressing and sweet tomatoes.
    • Celery: Slice celery stalks into small, diced pieces for a refreshing pop of fresh flavors.
    • Radishes: Thinly sliced radishes work perfectly in this recipe and are a great way to use extra from your summer garden.
    • Spinach: Swap out the lettuce for baby spinach leaves or add some to the lettuce for added nutrients.
    • Nuts: Always great in salads, add toasted pecan or walnut halves.
    • Dressing: Ranch is a classic choice, but this Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing, this Blue Cheese Dressing or this Caesar Dressing are other wonderful options.
    Overnight 7 Layer Salad in glass trifle bowl with some missing

    Can I Meal Prep This Salad for Work?

    This is the PEFECT salad for meal prepping. Instead of layering it in a large trifle dish, make individual size portions in large mason jars.

    Where did 7-layer salad originate?

    There are several claims to the creation of the 7-layer salad, but their exact origin is unknown. It's thought to have started in the United States during the middle of the 20th century, somewhere in the Midwest. Regardless of where it began, it has quickly grown in popularity because it is so visually appealing and easy to prepare in advance.

    overhead view of Overnight 7 Layer Salad tossed in white bowl

    More Keto Salad Recipes

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    • Grilled Shrimp Salad with Apricot Vinaigrette
    • Keto " Big Mac" Cheeseburger Salad
    • Asian Grilled Chicken Salad
    • Buffalo Chicken Salad
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    Overnight 7 Layer Salad in glass trifle bowl

    Overnight 7 Layer Salad

    This beautiful and delicious Overnight 7 Layer Salad has vibrant layers of fresh vegetables, crispy bacon, and a creamy homemade dressing, making this low-carb salad perfect for any occasion.
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    Author: Julianne
    Servings 8
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    PREP 20 minutes mins
    COOK 5 minutes mins
    Chill 8 hours hrs
    TOTAL 8 hours hrs 25 minutes mins

    Ingredients
     

    For the Salad

    • 3 cups romaine lettuce, shredded
    • 6 hard boiled eggs, chopped
    • 2 bell pepper peppers, orange and yellow, chopped
    • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
    • 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
    • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

    For the Dressing

    • ½ cup sour cream
    • ½ cup mayonnaise
    • ½ cup heavy cream
    • 3 tablespoons Keto Ranch Seasoning, or 2 tablespoons store bought

    Instructions
     

    • In a small mixing bowl, add in the sour cream, mayonnaise, heavy cream and ranch seasoning. Whisk until well combined, then set aside while you assemble the salad.
    • In the bottom of a 9” glass trifle bowl or other large glass serving bowl, add in the romaine lettuce.
    • Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, then add them on top of the lettuce.
    • Next, add the hard boiled eggs, shredded red cabbage, bell peppers, ranch dressing, shredded cheddar cheese and top with the crumbled bacon.
    • Keep it layered, do not toss it until right before serving. Cover the salad with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for 8 hours or overnight before serving.

    Recipe Notes

    If you don't have ranch seasoning, you can use store bought seasoning or even just your favorite store bought ranch dressing instead of making your own.

    *Make sure to scroll up and read the post for substitutions, additions and helpful tips for making this recipe.

    Course Main Course, Salad
    Cuisine American
    Calories 324kcal
    Nutrition Facts
    Overnight 7 Layer Salad
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    324
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    29
    g
    45
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    11
    g
    69
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    6
    g
    2
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Sugar
     
    4
    g
    4
    %
    Protein
     
    12
    g
    24
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    *Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol: Swerve, Erythritol, Monk Fruit or Allulose.

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