Southern Pea Salad
Bright, crisp, and bursting with flavor, Southern Pea Salad is a classic side dish that captures the essence of comforting Southern cuisine. Featuring tender green peas coated in a creamy, tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and a touch of apple cider vinegar, this salad is elevated with the bold flavors of sharp cheddar cheese, smoky crumbled bacon, and the crunch of finely diced red onion. A hint of sweetness from granulated sugar ties it all together, while fresh parsley adds a delicate garnish. Quick to prepare in under 20 minutes, this chilled salad is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a refreshing complement to your favorite Southern meals. Packed with texture and flavor, Southern Pea Salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh or frozen green peas
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, diced
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely diced
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
If using frozen peas, bring a medium pot of water to a boil, add the peas, and cook for 2-3 minutes until they are tender but still crisp. Drain immediately and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. If using fresh, just rinse them thoroughly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the peas, crumbled bacon, diced cheddar cheese, and finely diced red onion.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the pea mixture and gently toss until fully coated and combined.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve chilled and enjoy as a side dish to your favorite Southern-inspired meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2109 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.2 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.6 g | 233% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 320 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 3193 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.4 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.1 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.4 g | ||
| Protein | 73.0 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1041 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1704 mg | 36% | |
*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.
