Cheese and Peas Salad
Bright, refreshing, and irresistibly creamy, this Cheese and Peas Salad is the perfect blend of vibrant flavors and textures to elevate your next meal. Featuring tender blanched peas, creamy cubed cheddar, juicy cherry tomatoes, and the subtle crunch of red onion, this quick salad comes together in just 15 minutes. The zesty mayonnaise and lemon juice dressing ties it all together, while fresh parsley adds a pop of herbal freshness. Whether served as a side dish for summer picnics or a light lunch on busy days, this colorful salad is a delicious and wholesome way to enjoy seasonal produce. Perfect for meal prep or entertaining, this easy recipe is a go-to for anyone craving a nutritious, flavorful salad full of creamy, cheesy goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh peas (shelled)
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (cubed)
- 0.5 cup Red onion (finely sliced)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the shelled peas and blanch for 2 minutes, then immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to cool. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched peas, cubed cheddar cheese, sliced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create a creamy dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and optionally garnish with additional parsley or a sprinkle of black pepper.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
431 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.0 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 703 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 21.0 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 464 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 439 mg | 9% | |
*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.
