Pea Salad Recipe

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Pea Salad Recipe is a quick and creamy side dish with sweet peas, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and a simple homemade dressing.

Prep Time20

Total Time20

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chickpea salad recipe

Servings: servings, as a side

Author: Chelsea Lords

Cost: $7.16

Ingredients

Salad

4 cups frozen green peas thawed and dried completely
8 slices bacon cooked to crisp & diced
1/3 cup finely diced red onion
3/4 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons finely minced fresh parsley optional

Dressing

1/3 cup mayo Best Foods/Hellman's
1/3 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

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Instructions

Cook bacon by baking it, in a skillet, or using microwave bacon. Dab off grease then dice finely.
In a large bowl, whisk together mayo, sour cream, vinegar, Dijon, sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Add thawed and dry peas, red onion, cheese, parsley, and cooled bacon to a large bowl. Add dressing on top and gently stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Cover and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes for flavors to meld or serve immediately if needed.

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Notes

Storage: For the best flavor and texture, add the bacon and red onion just before serving (bacon softens and the onion flavor can take over). Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Stir before serving.

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