Best 8 Perfect Pea Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a refreshing and vibrant culinary experience with our selection of pea salad recipes. These delightful dishes feature the sweet crunch of peas, perfectly complemented by a medley of fresh ingredients and flavorful dressings. From classic takes on this summer staple to innovative twists that showcase the versatility of peas, our recipes offer something for every palate. Discover the perfect pea salad to brighten up your next picnic, potluck, or backyard barbecue.

**Classic Pea Salad:** This timeless recipe combines peas, celery, carrots, red onion, and hard-boiled eggs, bound together by a creamy mayonnaise dressing. Variations include adding chopped ham, bacon, or cheese for an extra savory touch.

**Lemon-Dill Pea Salad:** Infused with the brightness of lemon and the herbaceousness of dill, this salad offers a refreshing take on the classic. The zesty dressing complements the natural sweetness of the peas, making it a perfect side dish for grilled fish or chicken.

**Pea and Quinoa Salad:** This hearty and nutritious salad combines peas, quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, and feta cheese. Dressed with a tangy vinaigrette, it's a complete meal in a bowl, perfect for lunch or dinner.

**Pea and Avocado Salad:** This creamy and vibrant salad features peas, avocado, crumbled bacon, and a tangy dressing made with Greek yogurt and lime juice. It's a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will impress your guests.

**Arugula and Pea Salad:** This peppery arugula salad gets a boost of sweetness from fresh peas, goat cheese, and a balsamic vinaigrette. It's a light and refreshing salad that's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner.

Let's cook with our recipes!

PEA SALAD



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This Classic Creamy Pea Salad with Bacon is a delicious combination of sweet peas, bacon, cheddar cheese, red onion and a simple, zesty dressing. This simple side dish is perfect for the summer months and is a welcome addition to potlucks, cookouts, BBQs, and baby showers! Perfect for small or large gatherings, this easy side salad can be pulled together in just minutes and can also be made up to three days in advance.

Provided by Trish - Mom On Timeout

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 ounces frozen petite peas
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (cubed)
1/2 small red onion (diced)
1/4 pound bacon (cooked and finely chopped)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Remove peas from freezer and place in a colander and allow to slightly thaw while preparing the dressing.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
  • Add the peas, bacon, cheddar cheese, and red onion and fold/stir to combine.
  • Chill the salad for at least one hour before serving. The salad can be made up to 3 days in advance.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 38 mg, Sodium 430 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PEA SALAD



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It's Easter week, so here's a recipe for a fantastic salad you can serve during the holiday (and all of your spring occasions!). We'll show you how to make the salad right here.

Categories     Easter     spring     comfort food     salad     side dish

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 c. sour cream
1 tbsp. mayonnaise
Salt and pepper
1 tbsp. white vinegar
4 c. frozen green peas, almost totally thawed
8 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and chopped
1/2 small red onion, halved and sliced very thin
6 oz. cheddar or American cheese, cut into small cubes
3 tbsp. minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Mix the sour cream, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and vinegar together to make the dressing. Add more salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir 2/3 of the dressing into the peas until the peas are coated. Gently stir in the bacon, onion, cheese, and parsley until all combined. Taste and adjust seasonings. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 2 to 4 hours before serving. (Pop the extra dressing in the fridge, too.)
  • Remove from the fridge and stir in the rest of the dressing to your liking. Sprinkle with more parsley before serving.

PERFECT PEA SALAD



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This classic pea salad is simply perfect! With peas, chunks of cheddar cheese, plenty of crisp, salty bacon, and chopped scallions, all tossed in a simple, creamy dressing, this side dish is so quick and easy to throw together. Made with green onions for loads of flavor but no surprise big chunks of onion!

Provided by Cheryl Malik

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon sugar (see Notes)
2 teaspoons vinegar of choice (white wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, etc.)
plenty of salt and pepper (to taste)
4 cups frozen peas (thawed)
8 slices bacon (cooked, crumbled)
6 ounces cheddar cheese (cut into very small cubes, roughly pea-size)
¼ cup scallions (chopped)

Steps:

  • In small bowl, combine mayo, sour cream, sugar, vinegar, and salt & pepper. Whisk until combined.
  • Place thawed peas in large mixing bowl and add dressing. Stir to coat.
  • Add in bacon, cheddar cubes, and scallions. Stir together until thoroughly coated.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours, then serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 305 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 334 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 5 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

PERFECT PEA SALAD



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Mr. Food recipe from Simple Southern Favorites. I made this for a quick lunch when a neighbor stopped by and it was huge hit. Easy and wonderful like most of his recipes. Can be used as a salad, sandwich filling or as a spread.

Provided by mandabears

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup mayonnaise, I use Kraft Light
15 ounces peas, drained
3 hard-boiled eggs, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan melt the butter over medium low heat.
  • Add the mayonnaise and peas and toss quickly to coat.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Transfer to a medium sized bowl and add all remaining ingredients.
  • Mix until well combined.
  • Cover and chill for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.5, Fat 22.5, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 232.4, Sodium 565.8, Carbohydrate 32.1, Fiber 7.8, Sugar 11.5, Protein 14.3

CREAMY PEA SALAD



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You can prepare this pea salad ahead of time, so it's ideal when you're having company for dinner. -Debra Hartze, Zeeland, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen peas
1/2 cup diced cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced mozzarella cheese
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup Miracle Whip
Salt and pepper to taste
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the peas, cheese, onion, Miracle Whip, salt and pepper; mix well. Refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 28g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 342mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

BACON PEA SALAD



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My husband absolutely loves peas. My middle son isn't the biggest fan, but he loves bacon. So, I combined the two, and it was perfect! This pea salad is an awesome side dish, especially for barbecue. -Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups frozen peas (about 16 ounces), thawed
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup ranch salad dressing
1/3 cup chopped red onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Combine the first 6 ingredients; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 30 minutes. Stir in bacon before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 547mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

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:

  • Use fresh, high-quality peas for the best flavor.
  • Blanch the peas briefly in boiling water to preserve their color and crispness.
  • Chop the vegetables evenly so they cook evenly.
  • Use a light, flavorful dressing to avoid overpowering the delicate flavors of the peas.
  • Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the salad with grilled chicken, fish, or tofu for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Pea salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavor, pea salad is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or barbecue.

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