Cashew Pea Salad
Bright, creamy, and endlessly satisfying, this Cashew Pea Salad is a refreshing side dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Tender sweet peas pair perfectly with crunchy roasted cashews, crisp red onion, and the herbaceous pop of fresh dill, all tossed in a tangy dressing made with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, a hint of honey, and zesty lemon juice. This no-cook recipe is a breeze to prepare—simply thaw, chop, mix, and chill! Ideal for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners, this vibrant salad is a delicious way to add a touch of color and crunch to your table. Serve it cold for the ultimate warm-weather treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 0.75 cups roasted cashews
- 0.5 cups red onion
- 0.25 cups mayonnaise
- 0.25 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
Instructions
Place the frozen peas in a colander and rinse them under cold water until thawed. Allow them to drain fully and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Roughly chop the roasted cashews and dice the red onion into small, even pieces.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Add the peas, chopped cashews, diced red onion, and fresh dill to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the Cashew Pea Salad cold as a side dish or a light snack. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1261 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.9 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 61 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 1368 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.3 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 37.5 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1572 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
