Best 6 Light And Crunchy Pea Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our light and crunchy pea salad, a refreshing and vibrant dish that bursts with garden-fresh goodness. This delightful salad features crisp and tender peas, sweet and juicy tomatoes, crunchy red onions, and a medley of herbs that dance on your palate. Tossed in a tangy and aromatic dressing, this salad is a perfect accompaniment to any summer gathering or a light and healthy meal on its own. Discover variations of this classic, including a tangy lemon-herb dressing, a creamy avocado-feta dressing, and a zesty Dijon mustard dressing, each adding a unique twist to this timeless recipe.

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OLD-FASHIONED PEA SALAD



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Old-Fashioned Pea Salad is simple to make but is always a crowd-pleaser at our family gatherings. You just combine all the ingredients, mix and this pea salad is ready to serve.

Provided by Barbara

Categories     Salad

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

15 ounces canned green peas, drained
2 Tablespoons onion (chopped)
3 hard boiled eggs (chopped)
1/4 cup celery (chopped)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
1/2 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together gently.
  • Chill, if you want, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 249 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, Calories 135 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

QUICK CRUNCHY PEA SALAD



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Frozen peas are a handy base for this good-tasting salad. It's also a great dish for a potluck because it can be made ahead. Everyone enjoys this when I serve it.-Mary Reid Fisher, Brownwood, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first four ingredients. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream and seasoned salt if desired; mix well. Add to pea mixture; toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts :

CRUNCHY PEA SALAD WITH CASHEWS



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This Crunchy Pea Salad with Cashews is a great summer salad packed full of classic flavors and textures. With chilled peas, crisp celery, chopped cauliflower, green onion, and cashews covered in a simple homemade ranch and sour cream dressing and garnished with bacon bits and shredded cheddar cheese, this salad is refreshing and light.

Provided by Julie - The Recipe Life

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 9

24 ounce frozen peas (2- 12 ounce bags)
1 cup celery (diced)
1 cup cauliflower (chopped)
¼ cup green onion (diced)
1 cup cashews (chopped)
½ cup sour cream
1 cup ranch dressing
bacon bits
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Thaw the peas in a colander under lukewarm water for a couple of minutes. Drain and let air dry while preparing the rest of the ingredients.
  • In a large mixing bowl, gently mix the peas, diced celery, chopped cauliflower, diced green onion, and chopped cashews. Then in a small mixing bowl, mix the sour cream and ranch dressing. Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables and slowly mix until everything is coated.
  • Chill the pea salad with cashews in the refrigerator for a few hours to marry the flavors.
  • Stir once more before serving, then garnish with bacon bits and shredded cheddar cheese. Serve chilled and enjoy!

CRUNCHY PEA SALAD



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Crunchy Pea Salad

Provided by Hidden Valley

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (10 ounces) peas
1 cup celery
1 cup cauliflower
1 cup cashews
¾ cup green onions
¾ cup Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Plant Powered Dressing

Steps:

  • Rinse peas in hot water (or steam until tender, if fresh) and drain.
  • In a large bowl, combine the peas, celery, cauliflower, cashews, green onions and dressing; chill covered for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts :

GINNY'S CAULIFLOWER AND PEA SALAD



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A nice hearty salad, great with any meal or by itself for lunch. Serve immediately or chill and serve later.

Provided by Ginn

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Green Pea Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large head cauliflower, broken into small florets
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
1 small onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
¼ cup bacon bits
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
1 cup light mayonnaise
1 (8 ounce) container reduced fat sour cream
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
2 tablespoons granular no-calorie sucralose sweetener (such as Splenda®)
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 teaspoon seasoned salt (such as LAWRY'S®)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the cauliflower, peas, onion, and celery. Mix in bacon bits, Parmesan cheese, and Cheddar cheese.
  • Mix the mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, sweetener, vinegar, and seasoned salt in a separate bowl. Pour over the vegetables, and mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 14.2 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 343.4 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

CRUNCHY PEA SALAD



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

Provided by chilady61

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 slices bacon
1 (8 ounce) package frozen peas
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green onion
2/3 cup sour cream
1 cup chopped cashews
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In medium bowl combine peas, celery, green onions , and sour cream , toss gently to mix , just before serving . stir in cashews and bacon . season with salt and pepper . enjoy !

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.4, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 20.6, Sodium 304.3, Carbohydrate 14.3, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 4.3, Protein 7.5

Tips:

  • Select the best peas: Fresh or frozen peas work well for this salad. If using frozen peas, thaw them before adding them to the salad. You can also use a combination of fresh and frozen peas.
  • Cook the peas properly: If using fresh peas, blanch them in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then drain and rinse them in cold water. This helps to preserve their color and crunch.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A light vinaigrette dressing is best for this salad. Overdressing will weigh it down and make it soggy.
  • Add some fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like mint, basil, or chives add a nice flavor to this salad. If you don't have any fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs instead.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best served immediately after it is made. The peas will start to lose their crunch if the salad sits for too long.

Conclusion:

This light and crunchy pea salad is a refreshing and healthy side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Try adding different herbs, vegetables, or even a protein like grilled chicken or shrimp to create a unique and delicious salad that everyone will enjoy.

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