7 Layer Salad for One
Treat yourself to the vibrant, indulgent flavors of a classic layered salad with this perfectly portioned **7 Layer Salad for One**. Designed to deliver maximum taste without waste, this recipe combines crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, sweet thawed peas, sharp shredded cheddar cheese, and smoky crumbled bacon into a beautiful, colorful stack. A creamy dressing made with tangy mayonnaise and sour cream ties it all together, while chopped green onion adds the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 10 minutes, this single-serving salad is ideal for a quick lunch or a solo dinner treat. Layered in a clear bowl or glass, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious — a great way to enjoy a healthy, satisfying meal without any leftovers! Perfect for searches related to "easy layered salad recipe," "salad for one," and "quick single-serving salads."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Romaine lettuce
- 6 pieces Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Cucumber
- 0.25 cup Frozen peas, thawed
- 0.25 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 strip Cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Sour cream
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 0.5 tablespoon Green onion, chopped
Instructions
Start by preparing your ingredients: wash the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber. Chop the romaine into bite-sized pieces, halve the cherry tomatoes, and dice the cucumber into small cubes.
In a tall glass or small clear bowl, layer the ingredients in the following order: romaine lettuce at the bottom, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, thawed peas, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon.
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and a pinch of salt and pepper. This will serve as the dressing.
Spread the dressing evenly over the top layer of the bacon, creating a smooth layer.
Sprinkle chopped green onion over the top of the dressing as a garnish.
Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes if you prefer a chilled salad, or serve immediately. Enjoy your single-serving 7 Layer Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
467 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.3 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 591 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.4 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 14.7 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 263 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 527 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
