CRISP PEA SALAD

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I got this recipe from my local grocery store in the produce department. It calls for fresh peas (from the shell), but it also works with frozen peas. Just be sure you have them nice and dry after thawing. "Cooking Time" reflects time to chill in the fridge.

Provided by Pam-I-Am

Categories     Vegetable

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb fresh peas, shelled (2 cups)
8 ounces cheddar cheese, finely shredded
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup iceberg lettuce, shredded
1/4 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1/3 cup light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon raspberry vinaigrette dressing
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons bacon bits (optional)

Steps:

  • In large bowl, combine peas, cheese, celery, lettuce and green pepper; lightly toss.
  • Add mayonnaise, vinaigrette, Italian seasoning and black pepper; lightly toss until coated.
  • Cover and refrigerate 4 to 24 hours.
  • Just before serving, stir in bacon bits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.1, Fat 12.9, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 33.3, Sodium 264.1, Carbohydrate 10, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 4.1, Protein 10.3

Lucy Karanja
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This is the best pea salad I've ever had!


benson Mulama
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Music Player
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I'm always looking for new pea salad recipes and this one is definitely a keeper.


Brea Bytheway
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their peas.


Kyra Ezeibe
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a perfect addition to our meal.


Bonnie Buttrill
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This salad is a healthy and refreshing side dish.


Manna Ghuman
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I'm not a big fan of peas, but I really enjoyed this salad.


Bonface Walker
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It's even better the next day.


Carina Ayala
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I love the addition of red onion to this salad. It adds a nice pop of flavor.


Owen Paxton
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover peas.


Doris Senyo
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Surya Mohan
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This is my new favorite pea salad recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Visi Bala
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Desmond Gordon
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This pea salad is a refreshing and delicious summer dish! The combination of sweet peas, crunchy celery, and red onion is perfect, and the dressing is light and flavorful.