Paula Deen Green Pea Salad Recipe
The Paula Deen Green Pea Salad Recipe is creamy and fresh. It tastes bright and comforting. Sweet peas bring natural flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen green peas thawed
- ½ cup red onion finely diced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese cubed
- ½ cup crispy cooked bacon crumbled
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Thaw peas completely. Drain excess water.
- Place peas in large bowl.
- Add diced red onion.
- Add cubed cheddar cheese.
- Stir in crumbled bacon.
- In small bowl, add mayonnaise.
- Mix in sour cream.
- Add vinegar and sugar.
- Add salt and black pepper.
- Whisk dressing until smooth.
- Pour dressing over pea mixture.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Sprinkle fresh parsley on top.
- Chill for one hour before serving.
Notes
- Pat peas dry before mixing.
- Use sharp cheddar for bold flavor.
- Chill longer for deeper taste.
- Add toasted nuts for crunch.
- Adjust salt after chilling.
- Use thick-cut bacon for texture.