Green Peas and Golden Cheese Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, the Green Peas and Golden Cheese Salad is a deliciously simple recipe perfect for any occasion. Sweet, tender green peas are paired with creamy cubes of sharp cheddar cheese and a pop of red onion, all tossed in a tangy, mildly sweet dressing made with mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, and a touch of honey. Finished with fragrant fresh parsley, this no-cook salad comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an easy yet impressive side dish or light lunch option. Serve it chilled for a refreshing dish that's as visually appealing as it is satisfying. This recipe is perfect for showcasing seasonal ingredients with minimal effort—ideal for spring gatherings, picnics, or potlucks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen green peas
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Place the frozen green peas in a colander and rinse under cold water until thawed. Allow the peas to drain completely and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Cut the sharp cheddar cheese into small cubes, approximately 1/4-inch in size.
Finely dice the red onion to yield about 1/4 cup.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and ground black pepper to form a smooth dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the peas, cheddar cheese cubes, diced red onion, and chopped parsley.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the salad chilled, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1288 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.8 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.6 g | 153% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 180 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 2066 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.5 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.9 g | ||
| Protein | 45.2 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 906 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 876 mg | 19% | |
*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.
