Description
A creamy, crunchy retro salad featuring sweet peas, crisp bacon, cheddar cheese, and red onion in a tangy dressing. This potluck favorite comes together in minutes and always disappears fast!
Ingredients
- 4 cups Frozen peas, thawed (Rinse under cool water until no longer icy.)
- 8 slices Bacon, crumbled (Fry until crispy and drain on paper towels.)
- 1 Red onion, diced (For a bit of a kick.)
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, cubed (Opt for sharp cheddar for more flavour.)
- 1/2 cup Sour cream (Use full-fat for creaminess.)
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (Choose a quality brand for the best taste.)
- 1 tablespoon Sugar (Balances the tang of the dressing.)
- 1 tablespoon Vinegar (White wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar works well.)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Adjust according to taste.)
Instructions
Prep: In large bowl, combine thawed peas, onion, cheese, bacon, celery, and eggs (if using).,Make Dressing: Whisk together all dressing ingredients until smooth.,Combine: Gently fold dressing into pea mixture until evenly coated.,Chill: Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours (overnight is best).,Serve: Garnish with parsley and extra bacon before serving.
Notes
Shortcut: Use pre-cooked bacon pieces,Make Ahead: Flavors improve overnight,Crunch Boost: Add ½ cup chopped water chestnuts,Lighter Option: Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream,Vegetarian: Omit bacon and add smoked almonds
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Side Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American Classic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¾ cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg