Description
A quick and easy creamy pea salad perfect for potlucks and BBQs. With crunchy bacon, creamy dressing, and fresh peas, it’s a crowd-pleaser that can be made ahead of time.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups Frozen peas, thawed and drained well
- 6 slices Bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled (Save some for topping)
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, cubed or shredded (Small cubes preferred for texture)
- 1/2 cup Red onion, finely chopped (Keep onion pieces small for balance)
Dressing
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (Half mayo and half sour cream for richness)
- 1/2 cup Sour cream
- 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar or pickle juice (A splash for tanginess)
- 1/2 tsp Salt (Adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper (Adjust to taste)
- 1 pinch Sugar (optional) (Add for sweetness if desired)
Instructions
Preparation
- Thaw the peas and drain them very well.
- Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble it.
- In a small bowl, stir together mayo, sour cream, vinegar (or pickle juice), salt, and pepper.
- In a larger bowl, combine peas, cheddar, and onion.
- Pour the dressing over and stir gently until everything is coated.
- Fold in most of the bacon, saving a little for the top.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes, then taste and adjust seasoning.
Notes
Best within 2 to 3 days. Keep refrigerated. For outdoor parties, keep it over a bowl of ice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Cuisine: American