COLD PEA SALAD, A Cool Refreshing Side Dish Perfect for Spring or Easter

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories without sacrificing flavor.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey bacon is leaner; ham is often less expensive.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: plain yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Plain yogurt offers a tangy flavor with fewer calories.

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.

Place bacon on the sheet pan and bake for 16 to 20 minutes until crispy.

Remove bacon from the oven and crumble into bite-sized pieces.

In a large measuring cup, combine 1/2 cup sour cream, 2/3 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon white granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Whisk until thick and well combined.

Chop about 1/3 of a red onion into very thin slices.

In a large bowl, add 16 oz of thawed peas.

Add the crumbled bacon and chopped red onion to the bowl with the peas.

Add 8 oz of cubed cheddar cheese to the bowl.

Gently mix all ingredients together, being careful not to smash the peas.

Pour the dressing over the mixture and combine until everything is well coated.

Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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