30 Minutes or Less
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About Make-Ahead Eight Layer Salad
Our Make-Ahead Eight-Layer Salad is the perfect solution for entertaining or prepping meals in advance without sacrificing flavor. With layers of fresh, crisp vegetables, savory salami, creamy dressing, and a sprinkle of cheese, this colorful and hearty salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious. The best part? You can prepare it the day before, letting the flavors meld beautifully for a hassle-free dish. Ideal for potlucks, picnics, or holiday gatherings, this crowd-pleasing salad adds a refreshing and flavorful touch to any spread.
Ingredients
Salad
2 1/2 cups uncooked small pasta (elbows, shells)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups shredded lettuce
4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup julienned fully cooked ham
1 cup julienned hard salami
1 package (10 ounces) peas, thawed if frozen
Dressing
1 cup full-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/3 cup chopped scallions
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Toppings
1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Preparation
01Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking process. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat.
02Place the lettuce in a tall 2-1/2-qt. glass serving dish (trifle bowl, etc) and top with pasta and then sliced eggs. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
03Layer with ham, salami and then peas on top.
04Combine dressing ingredients: mayonnaise, sour cream, green onions and mustard. Spread over the top. Cover tightly and refrigerate for several hours or overnight for flavors to come together.
05Sprinkle with white cheddar cheese and parsley before serving.
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