Cheesy Bacon and Pea Salad: A Flavorful Lunchtime Delight!

Ingredients

- 2 cups fresh or frozen peas
- 6 slices bacon, crispy cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 medium red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon vinegar (white or apple cider)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Prep the Peas
- If using fresh peas, start by bringing a medium pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water. Boil the peas for about 2-3 minutes until tender. If using frozen peas, they can be thawed by rinsing under warm water or using the microwave briefly.
- PT3M
3 minutes

2. Prepare the Bacon
- Cook the bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. This should take about 8-10 minutes. Once cooked, place them on paper towels to drain excess fat and crumble into small pieces. Set aside.
- PT10M
10 minutes

3. Mix the Dressing
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and the sugar is dissolved.

4. Assemble the Salad
- In a large bowl, combine the boiled peas, crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, and diced red onion.
- Pour the dressing over the pea mixture. Gently toss until all ingredients are well coated with the dressing.

5. Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing lunch option.
- PT30M
30 minutes

Total Time

PT43M
43 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

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Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total Calories: 1240

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