Old Fashioned Pea Salad: Discover a Taste of Nostalgia!
A classic and nostalgic dish made with peas, cheese, and a creamy dressing, perfect for potlucks and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups frozen peas, thawed
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the thawed peas, cheddar cheese, and red onion.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pea mixture and stir until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Serve cold and enjoy your nostalgic dish!
Notes
- For added crunch, consider adding chopped celery or bell peppers.
- This salad can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of sugar in the dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg