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Creamy Pea Salad (Spring Salad)

Creamy Pea Salad

This creamy pea salad is a refreshing spring dish made with peas, bacon, and a tangy dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Salad, Side
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
For the Pea Salad
  • 1 pound frozen peas thawed and patted dry
  • 6 slices bacon sliced into ½-inch pieces
  • ⅓ cup diced red onion
  • 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese cut into cubes about the size of the peas
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  2. In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  3. In the mixing bowl, add thawed peas, cooked bacon, diced red onion, cheddar cheese, and parsley. Toss gently to combine.

Notes

This salad can be served immediately or chilled for a bit to enhance the flavors.