Description
A delightful Southern Pea Salad recipe that combines the freshness of green peas with the richness of cheddar cheese and bacon, all tossed in a creamy dressing. This cold side dish is perfect for summer gatherings or as a make-ahead option for any meal.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 3 cups frozen green peas, thawed
- ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
- ½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- ⅓ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup celery, finely chopped
For the Dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix peas, cheddar cheese, bacon, red onion, and celery.
- Prepare Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Toss and Chill: Pour the dressing over the salad, toss gently to coat, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Serve: Stir gently and serve cold.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for half of the mayonnaise.
- Add boiled eggs or pickles for extra flavor.
- Best served cold and can be made ahead of time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
