Layered Dublin Salad

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💚 Why You’ll Love This Salad

  • Visually stunning: The layers make it a true centerpiece dish.
  • Fresh, crisp, and creamy: A perfect balance of textures and flavors.
  • Make-ahead friendly: Tastes even better when chilled overnight.
  • Perfect for entertaining: Serves a crowd and always impresses!

🥬 Ingredients

(Exact amounts can be adjusted to taste and the size of your serving dish.)

  • 4 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices crispy bacon, crumbled
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced or chopped
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

For the Dressing:

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

🪴 How to Make It

  1. Prepare the dressing:
    • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Layer the salad:
    • In a large glass bowl or trifle dish, begin layering your ingredients in this order (or however you like!):
      • Lettuce and spinach
      • Cucumber
      • Cherry tomatoes
      • Peas
      • Red onion
      • Hard-boiled eggs
      • Shredded cheese
      • Crumbled bacon
  3. Top with dressing:
    • Spread the dressing evenly over the top layer to “seal in” the freshness.
  4. Chill & serve:
    • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with parsley right before serving.

đź’ˇ Tips & Variations

  • Add shredded chicken or ham for a protein boost.
  • Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter dressing.
  • Sprinkle a bit of green onion or chives on top for extra flavor.
  • For a festive Irish touch, include Irish cheddar or a dash of mustard powder in the dressing.