Description
Pea Salad is a refreshing and colorful dish that captures the essence of spring in every bite. Combining sweet green peas, crunchy red onions, and creamy cheddar cheese, all tossed in a tangy dressing, this salad is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light side for dinner. Its vibrant flavors will brighten any table, making it a crowd-pleaser at potlucks and barbecues alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh green peas (or thawed frozen)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Cook the peas in boiling salted water for 2 minutes; drain and cool in ice water.
- Finely chop the red onion while the peas cool.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled peas, onion, and cheddar cheese; fold in the dressing until evenly coated.
- Chill before serving for at least an hour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg