Creamy Pea Salad with Bacon
August 21, 2023
Frozen green peas, which are picked and frozen at their peak ripeness, are almost always better than fresh peas. This Creamy pea salad with bacon is a classic American side dish that is perfect for picnics, potlucks, and barbecues. It is made with frozen peas, bacon, cheddar cheese, red onion, and a creamy dressing made from sour cream, mayonnaise, and vinegar. The salad is typically chilled before serving, which allows the flavors to meld together.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Yields: 12 Servings
Directions
1In a large bowl add the peas, red onion, cheddar cheese, bacon and parsley.
2In a small bowl whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, cider vinegar, and sugar.
3Pour the creamy mixture in the large bowl over the peas. Toss until the peas are fully coated. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.
MaggieToo
August 21, 2023
Wow, what memories this brings back. This often accompanied Sunday fried chicken in my childhood. Those tiny cheddar cubes are so nostalgic, since everyone now just uses bagged shreds.
Since I’ve lived in the South, I’ve usually seen people add diced pimentos to this. Tasty, and attractive too.