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Easy Pea Salad

Easy pea salad is creamy, crunchy, always a crowd favorite. It is the perfect summertime salad for any occasion. 

Prep Time
10 mins
Chilling Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 254 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 cups frozen green peas
  • 4 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 1/2 medium red onion thinly sliced or diced
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Place peas in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 90 second increments, stirring in between, until peas are just barely thawed, but not hot.
  2. Meanwhile, dice cheddar cheese into small cubes, or shred. Add cheese in with peas. Toss together with crumbled bacon and red onion.
  3. Add in sour cream, mayonnaise, cider vinegar, dried dill, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined. Taste and add more salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Pre-cook bacon in the oven or you can purchase cooked bacon at many grocery stores. Alternatively, you can replace with bacon bits. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cup Calories 254kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 15g (30%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 41mg (14%) Sodium 550mg (23%) Potassium 277mg (8%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 1058IU (21%) Vitamin C 39mg (43%) Calcium 238mg (24%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 254

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cup
Calories 254kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 15g 30%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Sodium 550mg 23%
Potassium 277mg 6%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 1058IU 21%
Vitamin C 39mg 43%
Calcium 238mg 24%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.