Grandma's Pea Salad
Bursting with vibrant flavors and nostalgic comfort, Grandma's Pea Salad is a timeless side dish that’s perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or holiday gatherings. This quick and easy recipe combines tender, sweet peas with crispy crumbled bacon, creamy diced cheddar cheese, and the zesty tang of red onion, all coated in a luscious dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, a touch of sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Ready in just 15 minutes (plus chill time), this no-cook salad is as simple as it is satisfying. Perfectly chilled and packed with texture, it’s a delightful balance of sweet, smoky, and tangy flavors that will remind you of cherished family dinners. Serve it alongside grilled meats or as a refreshing addition to your table spread!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Frozen peas
- 6 slices Cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, diced into small cubes
- 0.5 medium Red onion, finely diced
- 0.75 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Remove the frozen peas from the freezer and allow them to thaw at room temperature for about 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can run them under cold water in a colander to speed up the process. Drain well.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed and drained peas, crumbled cooked bacon, diced cheddar cheese, and finely diced red onion. Toss gently to mix.
Step 3
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and ground black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the pea mixture and gently fold everything together to coat evenly. Be careful not to mash the peas while mixing.
Step 5
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. This step enhances the taste and texture.
Step 6
Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir. Serve chilled as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1127.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2714.6 |
| Total Fat 201.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 50.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 379.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3333.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 153.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 34.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 56.3g | |
| Protein 82.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1062.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2052.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories