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Pea Salad

This classic easy green Pea Salad recipe includes crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, red onion, and a sweet dressing, made in one bowl and in just 15 minutes. Serve cold and enjoy all year round!
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pea salad, pea salad recipe
Servings: 8 (1/3 cup each)

Ingredients

  • 8 slices bacon ,  diced
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 cups frozen peas , thawed
  • 1/3 cup diced red onion
  • 3/4 cup cubed sharp cheddar cheese (approximately the same size as the peas)

Instructions

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. With a slotted spoon, transfer to a paper-towel lined plate to drain.
    crispy cooked bacon in skillet being drained on paper towel
  • Put sour cream, mayonnaise, sugar, apple cider vinegar, coarse salt, and pepper in a large bowl; whisk to combine.
    creamy mayo based dressing being whisked in bowl
  • To the bowl, add peas, red onion, cheddar cheese, and the cooked crispy bacon; gently stir to coat completely.
    crispy bacon, cubed cheddar cheese, diced red onion, baby peas, and dressing in bowl being mixed
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with some crispy bacon and enjoy the salad cold.
    pea salad in bowl with serving spoon

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Notes

Any leftovers should be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days. I do not recommend freezing this salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 343mg | Potassium: 222mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 638IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 108mg | Iron: 1mg