Creamy Pea Salad with Bacon
A creamy and crunchy salad made with crisp peas, bacon, and cheddar tossed in a lightly sweetened dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings, this easy side dish comes together fast and always disappears first.
Servings 8
Calories 250kcal
Equipment
- Large mesh strainer , for rinsing and draining thawed peas
- Kitchen Shears , for cutting cooked bacon into even pieces.
- Mixing bowl with lid , for storing and serving.
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen peas thawed
- ½ cup shredded Colby Jack Cheese
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 4 slices bacon
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons vinegar
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the peas, shredded cheese, onion, and bacon and toss to combine.
- In a small bowl, add the mayonnaise, sour cream, honey, and vinegar. Stir until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over top of the pea mixture and toss to coat. Store in refrigerator until ready to serve.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 289mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g
