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Southern Pea Salad

Creamy Southern Pea Salad for a Perfect BBQ Companion

This Southern Pea Salad is a crowd-pleasing side dish, perfect for any BBQ with its creamy texture and sweet peas.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Frozen Peas No need to thaw
  • 6 strips Bacon Cooked until crispy
  • 1 cup Mild Cheddar Cheese Cubed
  • 1 small Red Onion Diced finely
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with vegan mayo
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Enhances flavor with acidity
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Can be omitted for vegetarian
  • 1 handful Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar To balance acidity
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • rubber spatula
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease and cool before crumbling.
  2. While bacon cools, dice the red onion and cube the cheddar cheese. Set them aside in separate bowls.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth. Add apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, sugar, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. In a large bowl, combine frozen peas, crumbled bacon, diced onion, and cubed cheddar. Stir gently until evenly distributed.
  5. Pour dressing over the mixed ingredients and fold gently until well-coated, being careful not to crush the peas.
  6. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let flavors meld.
  7. Before serving, stir gently, transfer to a serving bowl, and enjoy chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use frozen peas directly from the bag for the best texture. Turkey bacon is a great alternative for lighter options. Ensure to chill the salad for at least 2 hours before serving.

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