Description
Old Fashioned Pea Salad is a creamy and nostalgic side dish that effortlessly combines sweet peas, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese in a tangy dressing. This classic recipe is perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or holiday gatherings, and its vibrant flavors make it a crowd favorite. With its rich texture and delightful balance of savory and sweet, this salad adds comfort to any meal. Quick to prepare and easily made ahead, Old Fashioned Pea Salad is sure to impress guests at your next event.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups frozen peas (thawed)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup bacon bits
- 2 hard-boiled eggs (chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley (chopped)
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Thaw the peas by letting them sit at room temperature for about 10–15 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine thawed peas, shredded cheddar cheese, diced red onion, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and bacon bits.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently fold until well coated.
- Cover with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh dill or parsley just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg