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Pea Salad

Vibrant Pea Salad: A Creamy Spring Delight Everyone Will Love

This creamy pea salad is a vibrant dish capturing the essence of spring, easily customizable and perfect for potlucks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Frozen Peas Thawed and patted dry
  • 6 strips Bacon Can substitute with pancetta or cubed ham
  • 1 cup Diced Red Onion Adjust according to taste
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Feta cheese as a tangy alternative
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt Use all yogurt for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Lemon juice can be used as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup or agave for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Add according to preference

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Pea Salad
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add bacon slices, and sauté for 6 to 8 minutes until crispy. Drain on paper towel.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream or Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  3. In a large bowl, combine thawed peas, crispy bacon, diced red onion, and sharp cheddar cheese. Pour the dressing over and fold gently.
  4. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure thawed peas are patted dry to avoid a watery salad. Taste dressing before mixing to adjust flavors as desired.

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