A “7 layer salad pioneer lady” refers to a selected kind of salad made with seven layers of various components. The salad is believed to have originated in the USA within the early 1900s and is usually related to the “pioneer girls” who settled the American West.
The salad is usually made with a wide range of components, together with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, bell peppers, cheese, and bacon. The components are layered in a transparent glass bowl, and the salad is usually served with a dressing made with mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar.