Description
A vibrant and crunchy pea salad, perfect for summer gatherings or as a side dish for barbecues.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups green peas (frozen or fresh)
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the peas: If you’re using fresh peas, boil them for about 2 minutes until they’re bright green and tender. If you’re using frozen peas, just give them a quick rinse in warm water. Either way, once they’re cooked, drain and let them cool.
- Mix it up: In a large bowl, combine the cooled peas, red bell pepper, celery, and green onions.
- Make the dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sugar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Fold in the dressing: Gently combine the dressing with the pea mixture until everything is well-coated.
- Chill and serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
Notes
Make it ahead for best flavor. Can substitute peas with chickpeas or black-eyed peas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: pea salad, Southern salad, quick side dish, summer recipe