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Creamy Southern Pea Salad

Creamy Southern Pea Salad That Steals the Show Every Summer

This Creamy Southern Pea Salad is a potluck favorite, combining sweet peas, crispy bacon, and hard-boiled eggs in a creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 18 oz frozen petite peas Fresh peas can be used if blanched briefly.
  • 2 large hard-boiled eggs Diced for a boost of protein.
  • 7 slices bacon Cook until crispy.
  • ½ cup onion Finely diced, yellow or red onions.
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese Feel free to substitute with a milder cheese.
  • ½ cup celery Chopped into uniform pieces.
For the Seasoning
  • ¾ tsp salt Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • ½ tsp pepper Adds a hint of mild heat.
  • ½ tsp garlic powder Introduces savory aroma.
  • 1 dash cayenne Optional hint of heat.
  • 1 pinch smoked paprika Provides a subtle smoky flavor.
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup mayonnaise Hellmann's is favored.
  • ½ cup sour cream Daisy brand is recommended.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • small pot
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Place eggs in a pot, cover with cold water, boil, cover, and cook for 10 minutes. Move to ice water to cool.
  2. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until crispy. Transfer to paper towels.
  3. Rinse peas in cold water for 2-3 minutes until thawed and thoroughly drain.
  4. Finely chop onion and celery, set aside.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together salt, pepper, garlic powder, cayenne, and smoked paprika.
  6. In a large bowl, fold together peas, diced eggs, bacon pieces, onions, celery, and cheddar.
  7. Sprinkle seasoning mix over the salad and gently toss to combine.
  8. Whisk together mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth.
  9. Pour dressing over salad mixture and gently fold to coat.
  10. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill for at least 2 hours before serving to enhance flavors. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days, but avoid freezing.

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