Icebox Salad

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 2 cups mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
• 2 red bell peppers, finely chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 (9-ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed and drained
• 3 ribs celery, finely chopped
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1 (3-ounce) container real bacon bits

Details

Servings 10
Adapted from mrfood.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and garlic powder; mix well.

In a large glass bowl (see Note), layer half the lettuce then half the bell pepper, onion, peas, celery, mayonnaise mixture, and cheese. Repeat layers once more then top with bacon bits. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours before serving. Toss just before serving.

Note:
Using a trifle dish or large glass bowl with straight sides allows us to see all the colorful layers of this salad.