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Creamy Pea Salad

A classic Southern side salad featuring sweet green peas, sharp cheddar cubes, and crispy bacon tossed in a creamy tangy dressing.

15 minEasyServes 6240 cal/serving

AmericanSideNo-CookStandardLow CarbGluten-FreeNut-FreeSoy-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups frozen sweet peas, thawed
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
  • 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1 tsp apple cider vinegar, 1/2 tsp granulated sugar, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper in a large bowl.

  2. 2

    Add 4 cups thawed frozen sweet peas, 1 cup cubed sharp cheddar cheese, 6 slices crumbled cooked bacon, and 1/4 cup finely diced red onion to the dressing bowl.

  3. 3

    Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.

  4. 4

    Cover tightly and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for sour cream in Creamy Pea Salad?

The entry for Creamy Pea Salad calls for 1/4 cup sour cream. In its place: Full-fat plain Greek yogurt, measure for measure. In hot sauces, add it off the heat.

Can I use turkey bacon instead of bacon in Creamy Pea Salad?

Yes. Turkey bacon renders almost no fat, so add a tablespoon of oil wherever the method counts on the drippings. As written, the entry for Creamy Pea Salad uses 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled.

Can I make Creamy Pea Salad dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Creamy Pea Salad is 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, cubed, 1/4 cup sour cream. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor); the sour cream for thick coconut yogurt with a squeeze of lemon. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Does Creamy Pea Salad contain eggs?

Yes: 1/2 cup mayonnaise. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Creamy Pea Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 240 calories, with 8 g protein, 12 g carbohydrate and 18 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 420 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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