Description
A bright, refreshing dish that combines sweet peas, crispy bacon, creamy dressing, and tangy apple cider vinegar, making it a perfect side for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the frozen peas, diced red onion, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese. Use a spatula to gently fold them together, ensuring everything is evenly mixed while preserving the peas’ delicate nature.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until you achieve a smooth, glossy dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the pea mixture and toss gently until every morsel is coated in that creamy goodness.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, assemble the salad the night before and let it chill overnight. Keep bacon and cheese separate until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: pea salad, side dish, refreshing salad, summer salad