Pea Salad Recipe

This easy green Pea Salad is an old fashioned classic recipe served cold and enjoyed all year round. Made with bacon, cheddar cheese, red onions, and a sweet dressing, all in one bowl and in only 15 minutes!

Oh my sweet baby pea lovin’ heart, this classic pea salad speaks to me on so many levels.

I’m all about the old fashioned recipes lately, and this green pea salad is no exception.

Another staple at potlucks, baby showers, and luncheons all across the Midwest and Southern states, you’d be hard pressed not to find it served at any type of gathering. And for good reason – it’s crazy easy and super delicious!

One of the reasons this pea salad recipe is so popular (other than its wonderful texture and taste) is how easy it is! You only need a handful of ingredients and it comes together in minutes.

Any leftovers should be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days. I do not recommend freezing this salad, however. The dressing will not hold up very well, and the peas and bacon will get too mushy once thawed.

I’ve served this pea salad so many times over the years to friends, whose first reaction is “ew” – and then they ask for the recipe after one bite!

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Classic Pea Salad

This easy green Pea Salad is an old fashioned classic recipe served cold and enjoyed all year round. Made with bacon, cheddar cheese, red onions, and a sweet dressing, all in one bowl and in only 15 minutes!

Prep: 15min

Total: 15min

Yield: 8

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 265 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 21 g, Saturated Fat 8 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Sodium 343 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 4 cups frozen peas (, thawed)
• 1/3 cup diced red onion
• 3/4 cup cubed sharp cheddar cheese ((approximately the same size as the peas))
• 8 slices bacon (, cooked crispy and crumbled)

Instruction:

1. Put sour cream, mayo, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; whisk to combine.
2. Add peas, onion, cheese, and bacon to the bowl; gently stir to coat completely.
3. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with some crispy bacon.

Pea Salad

It’s Easter week, so here’s a recipe for a fantastic salad you can serve during the holiday (and all of your spring occasions!). We’ll show you how to make the salad right here.

Prep: 15min

Total: 15min

Yield: 12 serving(s)

Ingredients:

• 1/3 c. sour cream
• 1 tbsp. mayonnaise
• Salt and pepper
• 1 tbsp. white vinegar
• 4 c. frozen green peas, almost totally thawed
• 8 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and chopped
• 1/2 small red onion, halved and sliced very thin
• 6 oz. cheddar or American cheese, cut into small cubes
• 3 tbsp. minced fresh parsley

Instruction:

1. Mix the sour cream, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and vinegar together to make the dressing. Add more salt and pepper to taste.
2. Stir 2/3 of the dressing into the peas until the peas are coated. Gently stir in the bacon, onion, cheese, and parsley until all combined. Taste and adjust seasonings. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 2 to 4 hours before serving. (Pop the extra dressing in the fridge, too.)
3. Remove from the fridge and stir in the rest of the dressing to your liking. Sprinkle with more parsley before serving.

The Best Bacon Pea Salad

Bacon Pea salad is a creamy, crowd-pleasing side dish with tender peas, cheddar cheese, and bacon.

Prep: 20min

Total: 140min

Yield: 6

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 372 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 28 g, Saturated Fat 10 g, Cholesterol 44 mg, Sodium 352 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 9 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 4 cups frozen peas (thawed)
• 8 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
• ½ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
• ⅓ cup red onion (diced)
• ⅓ cup mayonnaise
• ½ cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
• salt & pepper

Instruction:

1. Combine all dressing ingredients in a large bowl and whisk to combine.
2. Add peas, bacon, onion, and cheese to the bowl and gently stir.
3. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving. Season with additional salt & pepper to taste.

Easy Pea Salad