Amish Pea Salad with Ham & Cheese
User Reviews
4.4
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
3 hrs
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Total Time
3 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
8
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Course
Salad
Amish Pea Salad with Ham & Cheese
Description
This Amish Pea Salad with Ham & Cheese begins by whisking together mayonnaise and ranch dressing to create a smooth and creamy base. Finely chopped chives, salt, and pepper are added for subtle herbal and seasoning notes. The salad features thawed frozen peas providing a slightly sweet, tender bite combined with fully cooked cubed ham, sharp cheddar cheese cubes, and finely chopped cooked bacon pieces for smoky saltiness.
After combining all components, the salad is refrigerated for at least three hours to chill and allow the flavors to blend. The dressing evenly coats the ingredients without overwhelming them, creating a balanced side dish with contrasting textures from the soft peas, chewy ham, firm cheese, and crisp bacon.
This chilled salad can complement picnic meals, potlucks, or everyday dinners. Its mix of protein, cheese, and vegetables makes it satisfying and flavorful without being heavy.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon chives finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 16 ounces peas thawed, frozen
- 8 ounces ham cubed, fully cooked
- 4 ounces cheddar cheese cubed
- 4 Bacon finely chopped, sliced, fully cooked
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and ranch dressing until smooth. Add in the chives, salt and pepper, and stir to combine.
- Add in the peas, ham, cheese, and bacon and gently toss to fully coat in the dressing. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
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