BEST EVER CREAMY PEA SALAD WITH BACON
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
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Creamy Pea Salad with Bacon is a popular southern dish that is filled with crunchy peas, crispy bacon, chopped red onions, and cheddar cheese. This is an easy to make side dish that is perfect for your next potluck!
HOW DO YOU MAKE PEA SALAD?
To start, add the peas, cooked bacon, red onion, cubed cheese and chopped parsley to a large bowl.
Make your creamy dressing by adding sour cream, mayonnaise, cider vinegar, and sugar. Pour on top of the pea mixture and toss until it is coated.
Let chill in the fridge for about 3o minutes before serving.
IS IT SAFE TO EAT FROZEN PEAS?
A commonly asked question and yes. When you cook frozen peas, you really are just warming them up. No vegetables or fruit are bad for you when eating them raw.
This dish is perfect for featuring a veggie at your next gathering. Tossed with bacon and cheese in a creamy mixture, this is sure to be a huge hit! I know your family is going to love this recipe just as much as we do!
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 pounds peas, thawed
- 1½ cup cheddar cheese, cubed
- ½ cup red onion, chopped
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
- ½ cup sour cream
- 3 Tablespoons parsley, chopped
- 3 Tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 Tablespoon sugar
- 1 Tablespoon cider vinegar
INSTRUCTIONS:
- In a large bowl add the peas, red onion, cheddar cheese, bacon and parsley. In a small bowl whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, cider vinegar, and sugar.
- Pour the creamy mixture in the large bowl over the peas. Toss until the peas are fully coated. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.
