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Green Pea Salad

A creamy chilled salad featuring sweet green peas, sharp cheddar, red onion, and fresh dill tossed in a sour cream dressing.

15 minEasyServes 6190 cal/serving

RussianSaladNo-CookVegetarianHigh FiberLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeSoy-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups sweet green peas, thawed
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, diced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, ground

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper until smooth.

  2. 2

    Add 4 cups thawed sweet green peas, 1 cup diced sharp cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, and 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill to the bowl.

  3. 3

    Fold the ingredients together until evenly coated in dressing.

  4. 4

    Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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Questions

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

The entry for Green Pea Salad calls for 1/2 cup sour cream. In its place: Full-fat plain Greek yogurt, measure for measure. In hot sauces, add it off the heat.

Can I make Green Pea Salad dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Green Pea Salad is 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, diced. Swap the sour cream for thick coconut yogurt with a squeeze of lemon; the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Green Pea Salad vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, diced and 1/4 cup mayonnaise. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan salad collection.

Does Green Pea Salad contain eggs?

Yes: 1/4 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 carbs are in Green Pea Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) has 12 g of carbohydrate in about 190 calories, with 6 g protein and 13 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 340 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Green Pea Salad?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made, so keep the dressing apart and toss Green Pea Salad just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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