Description
This Classic Pea Salad With Bacon Recipe is a retro favorite, combining crisp bacon, sweet peas, red onions, and a creamy dressing. It’s the perfect make-ahead side for BBQs, family gatherings, or any potluck. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s a timeless salad everyone will love.
Ingredients
4 cups frozen green peas (thawed)
8 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
½ cup red onion (finely chopped)
1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded or cubed)
⅓ cup sour cream
⅓ cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the thawed peas, chopped onion, cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the pea mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors blend.
Stir again before serving, garnish with extra bacon or cheese if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.
Best served cold; refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for bacon)
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook (aside from bacon); Mix and Chill
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 470mg