Best 3 Layered Pea Salad Recipes

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Layered Pea Salad, a delightful dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its vibrant colors and refreshing taste. This salad is a delightful blend of sweet peas, crisp celery, crunchy almonds, and a tangy dressing, all arranged in distinct layers for a visually appealing presentation. Each spoonful delivers a burst of freshness, with the sweetness of the peas mingling with the savoriness of the celery and the nutty crunch of the almonds. The dressing, made with a combination of mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, and mustard, adds a perfect balance of tanginess and creaminess. Whether served as a side dish or enjoyed as a light lunch, our Layered Pea Salad is sure to be a hit at any gathering. Additionally, we offer variations of this classic recipe, including a Vegan Layered Pea Salad and a Layered Pea Salad with Bacon, to cater to different dietary preferences and tastes. Get ready to elevate your culinary experience with this delightful salad.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

LAYERED PEA SALAD WITH CREAMY HERB DRESSING

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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 cup parsley leaves
1/4 cup cilantro leaves
1/4 cup basil leaves
2 (8.8 oz) packages cooked beets, diced
3 to 4 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
3 to 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
3 ribs celery, thinly sliced
8 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
10 ounces frozen peas, thawed
Freshly ground black pepper
4 slices bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled

Steps:

In the bowl of a food processor, add mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice and zest, and herbs. Pulse until smooth. Refrigerate until you are ready to use.
Layer your salad in a trifle dish. Start with the beets on the bottom in an even layer. Next add a layer of each lettuce, celery, blue cheese, and peas. Spread the dressing over the top of the salad and season with pepper to taste. Top with bacon. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

LAYERED PEA SALAD

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This delightful layered salad is filling and fresh at the same time. It is so versatile that it works for any time of the year--July 4th or Christmas. It's one of the better ways I get my kids to 'eat their peas'!

Provided by Kimberly Turnage Slater

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Green Pea Salad Recipes

Time 8h15m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
2 tablespoons white sugar
5 (15 ounce) cans baby peas, drained
½ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1 head iceberg lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
bacon bits

Steps:

Stir together salad dressing and sugar in a large salad bowl or 9x13 glass baking dish until sugar is dissolved. Add peas and chopped green pepper, if desired, and mix lightly to combine. Spread the pea mixture evenly across the bottom of the dish.
Spread the lettuce in an even layer over the pea mixture, and top the lettuce with a layer of the Cheddar cheese. Sprinkle bacon bits over the cheese.
Chill for at least 8 hours or overnight to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 16.9 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 414.2 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

LAYERED PEA SALAD

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Make and share this Layered Pea Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ALC553

Categories < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 head lettuce (broken)
3/4-1 cup green onion, chopped
1/2-3/4 cup celery, chopped
1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas (defrost but DO NOT cook!)
1/2-1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup light mayonnaise
1 cup light sour cream
2 -3 tablespoons sugar
10 slices turkey bacon
1 -2 cup cheddar cheese, grated (I use 2%)
parmesan cheese

Steps:

Break salad and put in bowl.
Chop green onion, celery, bell pepper.
Dethaw green peas.
Cook bacon and crumble.
Mix Mayo, Sour cream and sugar together (this is your "mayo mixture" referenced below.).
Grate the cheddar cheese.
Layer ingredients in this order: (bottom to top).
-Lettuce.
-Green onion.
--Celery.
-Green peas.
-Green pepper.
-Mayo mixture.
-Turkey bacon.
-Cheddar cheese.
-Sprinkle the top with Parmesean cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.9, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 40.9, Sodium 520.2, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 7.2, Protein 9.4

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh peas. If using frozen peas, thaw them completely before using.
To make the salad ahead of time, prepare it up to 2 days in advance. Store the salad in the refrigerator, covered, until ready to serve.
If you don't have a mandoline, you can use a sharp knife to thinly slice the vegetables.
To make a vegetarian version of the salad, omit the bacon.

Conclusion:

This layered pea salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights. The combination of sweet peas, crunchy vegetables, and creamy dressing is sure to please everyone at the table.