Creamy Dill Pea Salad with Crispy Bacon

Uncle Bill’s Petite Pea Salad 🥗

Overview:

Uncle Bill’s Petite Pea Salad is a delightful addition to any dinner spread, offering a refreshing and light complement to your main dishes. Developed in 1995, this salad has garnered rave reviews, becoming a staple in many households. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes and a total time of 25 minutes, it’s a quick and easy dish that doesn’t compromise on flavor or satisfaction.

• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Serves: Not specified

Ingredients:

• 2 cups frozen tiny peas
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoons dried dill weed
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 4 celery stalks, finely chopped
• 3 slices bacon

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 95.3
• Fat Content: 4.5g
  • Saturated Fat Content: 2.1g
• Cholesterol Content: 9.5mg
• Sodium Content: 112.5mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 10g
  • Fiber Content: 3.1g
  • Sugar Content: 4g
• Protein Content: 4.2g

Instructions:

1. Microwave Peas:

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   • In a microwave-proof dish, microwave the frozen peas on HIGH (full power) for 2 minutes.
   • Stir, then continue to microwave for an additional 2 minutes on HIGH.

2. Cool Peas:

   • Drain the peas and cool them completely by rinsing with cold water and ice cubes.
   • Once cooled, drain them thoroughly.

3. Mix Ingredients:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the peas with sour cream, mayonnaise, dried dill weed, chopped onions, and celery.
   • Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed and blended.

4. Chill:

   • Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

5. Prepare Bacon:

   • Meanwhile, fry the bacon until it’s well done and crispy, taking care not to burn it.
   • Once cooked, place the fried bacon on paper towels to drain any excess oil.

6. Crumble Bacon:

   • Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.

7. Serve:

   • When ready to serve, garnish the chilled salad with the crumbled bacon.

Tips:

• For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon or substitute it with vegetarian bacon bits.
• Feel free to customize the salad with additional ingredients such as chopped hard-boiled eggs or shredded cheese.
• Make sure to thoroughly drain the peas after microwaving and cooling to prevent the salad from becoming too watery.
• Adjust the amount of mayonnaise and sour cream to suit your taste preferences. You can add more for a creamier texture or reduce the amount for a lighter salad.

Uncle Bill’s Petite Pea Salad is not only a delicious side dish but also a versatile recipe that you can tweak to your liking. With its vibrant colors and refreshing flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite at your dinner table. Enjoy! 🍽️