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Old Fashioned Pea Salad

Deliciously Classic Old Fashioned Pea Salad for Every Occasion

This Old Fashioned Pea Salad is a vibrant, creamy side dish that's perfect for every gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Frozen Peas Thawed
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Optional
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Diced
  • 4 large Hard-Boiled Eggs Chopped
  • 1 cup Bacon Bits Crispy
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill or Parsley For garnish
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with non-dairy sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Thaw the frozen peas at room temperature for 10-15 minutes or rinse under cool water. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the thawed peas, cheddar cheese, red onion, hard-boiled eggs, and bacon bits. Mix gently.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and fold until well-coated.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
  6. Gently stir before serving and garnish with dill or parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 9gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the peas to thaw completely for enhanced sweetness and adjust seasoning to your taste.

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