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Creamy Layered Dublin Salad with fresh vegetables and layers of creamy dressing

Creamy Layered Dublin Salad

A colorful and delectable salad featuring layers of fresh lettuce, hearty potatoes, and protein-rich eggs, all bound together with a creamy dressing. Perfect for gatherings and family dinners.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Irish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 6 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce Use a mix of both for added texture.
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, cooked, cooled, and cut into bite-sized pieces Ensure they are cooked until fork tender.
  • 5 large hard-boiled eggs, chopped or sliced Cooling eggs after boiling is essential.
  • 1.5 cups frozen peas, thawed Make sure they are thoroughly drained.
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese Feel free to substitute with another cheese.
  • 1/2 cup finely diced red onion Adjust according to preference.
Creamy Dressing
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Can be replaced with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar Fresh lemon juice can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the potatoes in salted water until fork tender. Then, drain and let them cool completely.
  2. Hard boil the eggs. Once cooked, cool them down, peel, and chop or slice them.
  3. Thaw the frozen peas and ensure they are thoroughly drained.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the creamy dressing.
Assembly
  1. In a large clear serving bowl, layer the chopped lettuce at the bottom.
  2. Next, add the cooked potatoes, thawed peas, red onion, chopped or sliced eggs, and shredded cheddar cheese in distinct layers.
  3. Spread the creamy dressing evenly over the top of the layered ingredients.
Chilling
  1. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  2. Serve the salad layered for a beautiful presentation. If desired, gently toss before serving.

Notes

Make sure to let the potatoes and eggs cool completely before layering to avoid wilting the lettuce. Customization options include adding diced bell peppers, cucumbers, or carrots for extra crunch.