Grandma Weseman's English Pea Salad

Delightfully creamy and bursting with savory flavor, Grandma Weseman's English Pea Salad is a classic comfort dish perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or as a chilled side for any family meal. Featuring vibrant, firm English peas, this recipe is elevated with the tangy richness of mayonnaise, sharp cheddar cheese, and crispy crumbled bacon. Finely diced red onion and perfectly chopped hard-boiled eggs add layers of texture and flavor, while a pinch of salt and pepper ties everything together. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required (aside from crisping the bacon), this easy-to-make English pea salad is served cold, making it as refreshing as it is satisfying. Whether you're hosting a crowd or simply craving a nostalgic bite, this timeless salad is a true crowd-pleaser that brings everyone back to the warmth of Grandma's kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups frozen English peas
• 0.75 cups mayonnaise
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cups red onion
• 6 slices crispy cooked bacon
• 3 hard-boiled eggs
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Remove the frozen English peas from the freezer and let them thaw at room temperature for 10-15 minutes. Avoid cooking them; they should remain firm and fresh.

Step 2

While peas are thawing, grate the sharp cheddar cheese into a medium bowl. Set aside.

Step 3

Dice the red onion finely to achieve small, even pieces. Add the diced red onion to the mixing bowl with the cheese.

Step 4

Crumble the crispy cooked bacon into small bits. If not done already, cook the bacon until crispy, let it cool, and then crumble. Add to the mixing bowl.

Step 5

Chop the hard-boiled eggs into bite-sized pieces. Add to the mixing bowl with the other ingredients.

Step 6

Once thawed, pat the peas dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Add the peas to the mixing bowl.

Step 7

In a small separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Pour this dressing over the ingredients in the mixing bowl.

Step 8

Gently fold all the ingredients together with a large spoon or spatula, being careful not to mash the peas.

Step 9

Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 10

Serve chilled as a side dish and enjoy Grandma Weseman's English Pea Salad with your favorite main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1374.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2892.0

Total Fat 203.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 968.0mg	0%
Sodium 3376.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.3g	0%
Total Sugars 49.3g
Protein 108.4g	0%

Vitamin D 150IU	0%
Calcium 1106.2mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 2532.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.6%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 22.6%