Green Pea Salad
- Preparing Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Served Person: 4
- 2 1/2-3 cups frozen english peas
- 1/2 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 1/2-1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese (pre-packaged finely shredded cheese is good)
- 1- 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
- 1- 1 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup real bacon bits (i used oscar meyer brand)
- Carbohydrate 27.76837 g
- Cholesterol 25.64 mg
- Fat 8.184 g
- Fiber 5.31099987030029 g
- Protein 12.578 g
- Saturated Fat 3.4716 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (235g)
- Sodium 690.36 mg
- Sugar 22.4573701296997 g
- Trans Fat 3.2172 g
- Calories 226 calories
Green Pea Salad: A Refreshing Summer Side Dish
Looking for a light and refreshing side dish that's perfect for summer gatherings? Look no further than this green pea salad! Made with just a few simple ingredients, this salad is packed with flavor and is sure to please everyone at your table.
The key to this salad is using fresh, sweet peas. If you can't find fresh peas, frozen peas will work just fine. Simply thaw them before using. Once you have your peas, simply combine them with diced onion, shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and sugar. Top with bacon bits and you're done! The salad can be served immediately, but it's even better if you let it chill in the refrigerator for a few hours. This allows the flavors to meld and the salad to become more flavorful.
Green pea salad is a versatile dish that can be served alongside grilled chicken, fish, or steak. It's also a great side dish for summer picnics and potlucks. So next time you're looking for a simple and delicious side dish, give this green pea salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
Step-by-step
- Pour the frozen peas in a saucepan and cover with water. Heat on medium heat for about 10 minutes or until the peas have cooked through. Drain and place in a medium sized bowl.
- Combine the sugar in the mayo and mix well; set to the side.
- Add the diced onions and the shredded cheese to the peas and toss well.
- Pour the mayo and sugar combo on top of the pea, onion, and cheese mixture.
- Top with the bacon bits and mix well until everything is evenly coated.
- Place in the refrigerator and cool for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Remove from fridge, stir well again, and enjoy!!
