Old Fashioned Pea Salad
This old fashioned pea salad is one of our go-to summer salads that is perfect for any get-together. Of course, we love to serve it all year long - it's just that delicious. The boldness of the cheddar cheese, onions combines with the mild flavors of the peas, and sour cream for a tasty side dish that goes with nearly anything. This is a quick and easy recipe that you can have ready in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 32 Ounces Frozen Peas warmed
- 8 Ounces Cheddar cubed
- 3 Ounces Real Bacon Bits
- 1 Red Onion slivered
- ⅓ cup Mayonnaise
- ⅓ Cup Sour Cream
- 1 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 Teaspoon Dried Dill
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- 1 Teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
- Once you’ve prepped the peas, onions, and cheese, combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and fold until fully combined.
- Eat immediately or place in the fridge, covered, until you’re ready to serve it.
Notes
There are quite a few variations to this recipe since it’s been around for a long time. However, this combination is pretty classic. So, try it and adjust to your preferences.
You can swap the mayonnaise for miracle whip and the cubed cheese for shredded, if it’s preferred.
Do not over warm your peas. You simply want to warm them enough to where they’re not frozen, but not piping hot. You want them to still be cold, as this will save you chilling time. If you overheat the peas, no problem, just chill the salad before serving.
This salad will keep in the fridge, covered properly, for up to 5 days. An airtight container would be best. I do not recommend freezing this salad due to the dairy it contains.
Nutrition
Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 962mgPotassium: 319mgFiber: 8gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 942IUVitamin C: 47mgCalcium: 66mgIron: 2mg
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