Best 6 Moms Pea Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Mom's Pea Salad, a delectable dish that combines the goodness of peas with a medley of refreshing ingredients. This classic salad is a perfect side dish or light lunch, bursting with vibrant colors and textures. Discover the secrets behind this timeless recipe, along with variations such as the Tangy Mustard Pea Salad, the Savory Bacon Pea Salad, and the Zesty Lemon Pea Salad – each offering a unique twist on the classic. From the basic ingredients to creative variations, our Mom's Pea Salad collection has something for every palate, guaranteed to elevate your culinary experience.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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

PEA SALAD RECIPE



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This cold green pea salad with mayonnaise, bacon and cheese is a cookout classic. Make this delicious old fashioned pea side dish for your next summer party!

Provided by Robin Gagnon

Categories     Salad

Time 8m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups Frozen Peas (thawed)
10 slices cooked Bacon (or 1/2 cup of diced ham)
1/2 Red Onion
8 ounces Cheddar Cheese
1/4 cup Mayonnaise
1/4 cup Sour Cream
1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
1/4 teaspoon Salt ((Kosher or Sea salt))
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Place the thawed frozen peas in large bowl.
  • Chop the bacon into bite sized pieces and add to the bowl.
  • Dice the red onion and add.
  • Cut the cheddar cheese into quarter inch cubes and also add to the pea mixture.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients, then combine the dressing with the rest of the ingredients until the pea salad is well coated. Add more salt and pepper if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 463 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SOUTHERN PEA SALAD



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This Southern Pea Salad is cool, crisp, creamy and packed full of sweet flavors and healthy ingredients! It's a crowd-pleasing, easy side dish recipe for all of your spring and summer gatherings.

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ yellow bell pepper (finely chopped)
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup plain Greek style yogurt
1 Tablespoon dried basil
1 Tablespoon finely diced red onion
2 teaspoons diced pimiento
½ teaspoon apple-cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
½ teaspoon granulated garlic
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 lbs. shelled fresh peas or 2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen tiny peas, thawed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except peas. Mix well.
  • Stir in peas until completely coated with dressing.
  • Cover and refrigerate salad for at least 3-4 hours. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.5 cup, Calories 78.6 kcal, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Protein 3.8 g, Fat 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Cholesterol 3.1 mg, Sodium 167.3 mg, Fiber 2.4 g, Sugar 3.4 g, UnsaturatedFat 0.1 g

EASY PEA SALAD



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This is a really simple side dish featuring peas and cheese. I double the recipe and take it to many family gatherings.

Provided by Tresa Raymer

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Green Pea Salad Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained
4 ounces Cheddar cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet onion
1 tablespoon sugar
¼ cup creamy salad dressing, e.g. Miracle Whip ™

Steps:

  • In a medium serving bowl, mix together the peas, Cheddar cheese and onion. Stir in the sugar and creamy salad dressing. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 34.8 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 498.4 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

MOM'S PEA SALAD



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This is a recipe that is done mainly by taste so trust your own tongue!!.... I was raised on this salad but for most people when you say PEA SALAD, they have never had it but it is really good and the kids LOVE it..it's a good way to get kids to eat peas!..It is ALWAYS great for a picnic or BBQ..it is also a conversation starter as it is unique!..VERY important to keep this VERY cold and eat it cold!

Provided by Dapanamakidd

Categories     Vegetable

Time 17m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (15 ounce) can peas (in fridge to get cold)
2 hardboiled egg (in fridge to get cold)
1 fresh carrot (washed)
1 small onion
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon parsley flakes

Steps:

  • drain peas.
  • cut open eggs and take out yolks, put in bowl and mash with a fork.
  • put eggs whites in another bowl and chop really fine.
  • chop up onion really fine.
  • put peas(DRAINED!), egg yolks, egg whites and about 1/3 cup chopped onions in bowl , add approx 1 tsp of parsley flakes.mix up.
  • take carrot and with a knife, SCRAPE down the length, you don't want chunks or bites of carrots, you want VERY thin strips of carrot for color.
  • add 1 tbs mayonnaise and mix, keep adding mayo until you get the desired thickness that you want.ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.7, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 84, Sodium 94.5, Carbohydrate 21.8, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 8.5, Protein 8.9

PEA SALAD



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You'll need just five ingredients for this cool salad that's nicely sized for two people. "I like trying new recipes," shares Katie Anderson from Cheney, Washington. "When I found this salad, I loved it. It's really nice on those hot summer days."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the peas, cheese and onion. Stir in the mayonnaise and mustard. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 31g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Tips:

  • For a sweeter salad, use fresh or frozen peas that are still young and tender.
  • If you're using canned peas, be sure to drain and rinse them well before adding them to the salad.
  • Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, dill, or mint, to brighten up the flavor of the salad.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as diced celery, carrots, or red onion.
  • For a more substantial salad, add some cooked chicken, ham, or bacon.
  • Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Pea salad is a refreshing and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or summer gatherings. With its sweet and tangy flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a light and delicious salad, give this pea salad recipe a try.

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