Layered salads seem to have made their debut in the mid ’70s with the publication of a recipe for “Overnight Layered Chicken Salad” in Sunset Magazine. Their popularity peaked in the ’80s, with many variations being printed on packages by various American food producers. Here is a composite recipe representative of the typical layered salad:
Layered Salad Recipe
How to Make Layered Salad
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Layered Salad
Ingredients
- 3 cups (750 ml) shredded romaine or iceberg lettuce
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into match stick strips
- 1 cup (250 ml) small pasta shells, cooked according to package directions
- 1 package (10 oz, 280 g) frozen green peas, thawed
- 1 medium red onion, peeled, sliced, and separated into rings
- 1 cups (250 ml) diced cooked ham
- 1 cup (250 ml) shredded Swiss or Cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cups (375 ml) mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) Dijon-style mustard
- 2 Tbs (30 ml) chopped fresh dill or chives
Instructions
- Layer the lettuce in the bottom of a clear glass 3-quart (3 L) bowl, followed by the carrots, pasta, peas, onion, ham, and cheese. Mix together the mayonnaise, mustard, and fresh herbs. Spread the mayonnaise mixture over the salad and cover with plastic wrap. Chill for 2 hours or overnight. Toss to mix the ingredients thoroughly immediately before serving. Serves 4 to 6.