This salad is a game changer!

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: cooked ham

Turkey bacon reduces fat while ham is often less expensive.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese cuts calories, while processed cheese is budget-friendly.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt lowers calories and adds creaminess.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: tofu

Avocado provides healthy fats, while tofu is a cost-effective protein.

Layer chopped lettuce in a clear serving dish as the base.

Add a layer of diced tomatoes over the lettuce.

Sprinkle sliced cucumbers on top of the tomatoes.

Add a layer of finely chopped red onion.

Spread a layer of peas over the onion.

Slice hard-boiled eggs and arrange them on top of the peas.

Crumble cooked bacon over the eggs.

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the bacon.

In a bowl, mix mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth.

Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over the cheese layer.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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