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Pea Salad

Creamy Pea Salad with Crunchy Bacon for Spring Feasts

This Creamy Pea Salad is a vibrant and versatile dish perfect for spring gatherings, featuring crunchy bacon and a creamy dressing that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can be replaced with Greek yogurt or a dairy-free alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Lemon juice works as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can be a vegan substitute.
  • Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
  • Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
Salad
  • 2 cups Frozen Peas Thawed and dried.
  • 6 slices Bacon Cooked until crispy.
  • 1/2 cup Diced Red Onion Substitute with green onions for a milder taste.
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Feta or dairy-free cheese are good substitutions.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Other herbs like dill or chives can also be used.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Plates

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, add chopped bacon and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, honey, and a pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, add thawed peas, crispy bacon, diced red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese. Pour dressing over and gently fold to combine.
  4. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize this salad with your favorite ingredients for a personalized flavor.

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