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Recipe: Pea Salad 🥗
Description:
This Pea Salad is not just a side dish; it’s a burst of color and flavor that will steal the show at any gathering. Created from ingredients readily available in your kitchen, it’s a testament to the beauty of simplicity.
- Cook Time: Not specified (Does not include bacon cooking time)
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Not specified
Key Attributes:
- Category: Cheese
- Keywords: Vegetable, Australian, Potluck, Summer, Savory, < 30 Mins, Beginner Cook, Easy, Inexpensive
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
- Review Count: 18 reviews
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 222.9
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5.8g
- Cholesterol: 26.5mg
- Sodium: 196.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 6.6g
- Protein: 10.3g
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
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1 | Frozen baby peas |
1/2 | Red onion |
1/2 | Corn kernels |
1/2 | Cheddar cheese |
1 | Red capsicum |
1/2 | Sour cream |
1/4 | Mayonnaise |
1/4 | Bacon bits (optional) |
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
- If using bacon, cook it until crispy, then crumble into bits.
- Thaw frozen peas according to package instructions.
- Finely dice the red onion and red capsicum.
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Mix Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the thawed peas, diced red onion, corn kernels, diced red capsicum, cheddar cheese (cut into small cubes), sour cream, and mayonnaise.
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Season to Taste:
- Gently fold the ingredients together until evenly mixed.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Optional:
- If using bacon, sprinkle the bacon bits over the salad and gently mix them in.
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Chill:
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least a couple of hours to allow the flavors to meld together and develop.
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Serve:
- Once chilled, give the salad a final gentle toss.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with additional bacon bits, if desired.
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Enjoy!
- Serve this vibrant and delicious Pea Salad as a refreshing side dish at barbecues, picnics, potlucks, or alongside your favorite grilled meats.
This salad not only adds a pop of color to your table but also a burst of fresh, savory flavor that will leave everyone coming back for more. It’s a breeze to make and sure to become a summertime favorite!