Pea Salad Recipe
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Pea Salad Recipe
Description
Pea Salad Recipe brings together frozen peas that have been thawed and combined with a dressing of mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt, and black pepper. The sugar balances the vinegar's acidity and the creamy mayo, resulting in a subtly sweet and tangy coating for the peas. Shredded cheddar cheese introduces a mild sharpness and a chewy texture contrast.
After mixing, the salad is refrigerated for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to harmonize and the salad to chill properly. Before serving, crisp cooked bacon crumbles are added on top for a smoky, crunchy element. Sunflower seeds may be sprinkled optionally for additional texture.
This salad works well as a cold side dish in picnics, barbecues, or casual meals. Its blend of creamy, sweet, tangy, and salty notes with varied textures makes it a versatile addition to any meal.
Ingredients
- 6 (24 oz) c peas thawed, frozen
- 2/3 - 1 c mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 3/4 c cheddar cheese shredded
- 4 trips Bacon
- sunflower seeds optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl add the mayo, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper and mix together to make the dressing. Next, stir in the peas and cheddar cheese.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the bacon and crumble it. After the salad has chilled top with bacon crumbles and sunflower seeds, if you're using them.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 445 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 445kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 55g | 18% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 190mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 906mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 18g | 72% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 2852IU | 57% |
| Vitamin C | 145mg | 161% |
| Calcium | 143mg | 14% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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