Green Pea and Bacon Salad
Bright, flavorful, and irresistibly creamy, this Green Pea and Bacon Salad is a must-try side dish that brings a delightful balance of textures and tastes to your table. Featuring tender, vibrant peas paired with crispy, smoky bacon, this salad is elevated by a tangy, velvety dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and a splash of apple cider vinegar. A touch of red onion adds a zesty crunch, while fresh parsley infuses each bite with herby freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes and served chilled, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or as a refreshing accompaniment to your favorite meals. Packed with flavor and simple to make, this dish proves that humble ingredients can create something extraordinary!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams frozen green peas
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 0.5 red onion
- 120 grams mayonnaise
- 60 grams sour cream
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add the frozen green peas and cook for 2-3 minutes until they are tender but still vibrant green. Drain the peas in a colander and rinse immediately with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
In a large skillet, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until they are crispy and golden brown. Remove the cooked bacon from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
Finely dice the red onion (use only half) and chop the fresh parsley. Set these aside.
In a large mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Add the cooled green peas, crumbled bacon, diced red onion, and chopped parsley to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss everything together until the peas are evenly coated with the dressing.
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve cold as a side dish or light meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1829 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.8 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.2 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 212 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 2814 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.0 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.2 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.2 g | ||
| Protein | 41.4 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1579 mg | 34% | |
*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.
