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Pea Salad

Creamy Pea Salad: Quick, Tasty, and Perfect for Potlucks

Creamy Pea Salad is a delightful dish combining fresh peas, crispy bacon, and a tangy dressing, perfect for potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a good substitution.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Can use white vinegar as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option.
  • to taste Kosher Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Ground Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Salad
  • 2 cups Frozen Peas Thawed and patted dry.
  • 4 slices Bacon Can swap with pancetta, ham, or omit for vegetarian.
  • ½ cup Diced Red Onion Green onions can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Feta or crumbled goat cheese are alternatives.
  • ¼ cup Finely Chopped Fresh Parsley Can be replaced with dill or chives.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • serving bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a skillet, cook diced bacon over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. In a large bowl, combine peas, diced red onion, sharp cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon; fold in the dressing until well coated.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  5. Give the salad a quick stir before serving and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure peas are thawed and dry to avoid a watery salad. Adjust seasoning to taste for the best flavor.

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