Description
Old Fashioned Frozen Green Pea Salad with Eggs is a delightful, vibrant side dish that adds a refreshing touch to your summer gatherings. This classic recipe combines sweet, tender peas with creamy cheddar cheese and crunchy veggies, creating a satisfying blend of flavors and textures. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, or potlucks, this salad is not only easy to prepare but can also be made ahead of time for your convenience. With its colorful presentation and rich flavors, it’s sure to impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces frozen peas (cooked, drained, and cooled)
- 1 cup celery (chopped)
- 1/8 cup sweet pickles (drained, chopped)
- 1 cup medium cheddar cheese (cut into small cubes)
- 2 hard-boiled eggs (chopped)
- 2 slices turkey bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Miracle Whip or mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the frozen peas according to package instructions. Allow them to cool for about 15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked peas, cheddar cheese cubes, chopped hard-boiled eggs, celery, sweet pickles, and crumbled turkey bacon. Mix well.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Miracle Whip and heavy cream until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pea mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 95mg