Calling all bacon and green pea lovers! This serendipitous salad combines the best of both worlds, with a creamy ranch dressing that ties it all together. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a quick and easy weeknight meal, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
From the crispy bacon to the tender green peas, every bite of this salad is a delightful experience. The creamy ranch dressing adds a touch of richness and tang, while the chopped onion and celery add a bit of crunch. And if you're looking for a little something extra, feel free to add some crumbled blue cheese or chopped walnuts.
But the best part about this salad is that it's incredibly versatile. Don't have any green peas? Feel free to substitute frozen or canned peas, or even try a different type of bean, like black beans or kidney beans. And if you're not a fan of ranch dressing, you can easily swap it out for your favorite vinaigrette or dressing.
So whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a dish to bring to your next potluck, this serendipity bacon and green pea salad is sure to please. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, it's a salad that everyone will love.
BACON RANCH PEA SALAD
This easy salad came about in an attempt to satisfy my son who loves peas and my husband who doesn't. It has become a huge hit. You may want to double the recipe if you want any leftovers!
Provided by Susan Sunderman
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Green Pea Salad Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat, and cook until evenly brown. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
- Bring the water to a boil in a pot. Boil the peas 1 minute, until just tender, and drain. Cool peas under cold running water.
- In a bowl, toss together bacon, peas, onion, Ranch dressing, and Cheddar cheese. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until chilled before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Cholesterol 36.4 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 740.7 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
BACON PEA SALAD
Peas, bacon, cheese, onions, celery, and mayo dressing are tossed together and chilled in this great summer salad.
Provided by CarolTyson
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Green Pea Salad Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble. Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon grease.
- Whisk mayonnaise, reserved bacon grease, honey, sugar, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until dressing is smooth.
- Mix bacon, peas, celery, Cheddar cheese, and onion together in a bowl. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 21.5 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 303.6 mg, Sugar 8.4 g
BACON PEA SALAD
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
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.
SERENDIPITY BACON AND GREEN PEA SALAD WITH RANCH DRESSING
For all you RanchHeads stationed here at Zaar. This one covers all bases: high fat, high sodium, high cholesterol! Printed on the back package of frozen peas as found by sheer accident. Don't you think this would be good in pita pocket sandwiches or on hardtack?
Provided by COOKGIRl
Categories Pork
Time 11m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Boil the green peas for one minute then drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked peas, bacon, red onion, ranch dressing and cheese.
- Chill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.7, Fat 23.9, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 33.5, Sodium 724, Carbohydrate 19.6, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 7.3, Protein 12.9
Tips:
- Use high-quality, thick-cut bacon for the best flavor.
- Cook the bacon until it is crispy, but not burnt.
- Use fresh green peas for the best flavor and texture.
- If you don't have fresh green peas, you can use frozen or canned peas.
- Use a good quality ranch dressing for the best flavor.
- You can add other ingredients to the salad, such as chopped red onion, chopped celery, or grated cheese.
- Serve the salad immediately after it is made.
Conclusion:
Serendipity Bacon and Green Pea Salad with Ranch Dressing is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover bacon and green peas. The salad is also a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. So, next time you are looking for a quick and easy salad recipe, give this one a try.
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