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Green Pea Salad

A creamy, crunchy salad loaded with flavor that's perfect for picnics or as a side for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the salad
  • 4 cups frozen green peas, mostly thawed
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 6 oz. cheddar cheese, cubed
  • 3 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley
For the dressing
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1 Tbsp. mayonnaise
  • 1 Tbsp. white vinegar
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and vinegar to make the dressing.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the thawed green peas, chopped bacon, sliced red onion, cubed cheese, and parsley.
  3. Pour about two-thirds of the dressing over the salad and stir everything to combine.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 to 4 hours.
  5. Just before serving, stir in the remaining dressing to your desired creaminess.

Notes

For extra crunch, add chopped nuts or crispy onions. You can substitute ingredients like bacon for smoked tempeh or tofu for a meatless option.