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Southern Pea Salad

Cultural Context

Southern Pea Salad is a classic dish in the American South, often served at gatherings and potlucks. It reflects the region's love for fresh vegetables and creamy dressings. This salad showcases the versatility of peas, combining them with rich flavors like bacon and cheese. Today, variations abound, with some adding nuts or different types of cheese, but the essence of the dish remains a beloved staple in Southern cuisine.

Southern AmericanUSside
15 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
250 grams fresh green peas
half a red onion
2 ripe tomatoes
half a bunch of fresh cilantro
1 ripe avocado
4 tablespoons natural Greek yogurt
juice of 2 lemons
pinch of salt

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: colby cheese

Colby cheese is often less expensive than cheddar.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while ham is often more affordable.

1

Cook 250 grams of fresh green peas.

2

Finely chop half a red onion and reserve.

3

Cut 2 ripe tomatoes into small cubes and reserve.

4

Finely chop half a bunch of fresh cilantro and reserve.

5

Remove the seed and peel from 1 ripe avocado, then cut it into cubes and reserve.

6

In a salad bowl, combine the cooked and drained peas, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and avocado.

7

Add 4 tablespoons of natural Greek yogurt, the juice of 2 lemons, and a pinch of salt as dressing.

8

Mix all the ingredients until integrated.

9

Refrigerate before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixing

Equipment Needed

salad bowlknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Pea SaladSouthern Style Pea Salad

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