Green Pea Salad Recipe

Hot summer days often call for cold salads, so it’s no surprise if you are craving for some chilled green pea salad.

Within less than 15 minutes, this recipe will give you a delicious, creamy bowl full of hearty greens.

Is Green Pea Salad Good for You?

Yes, it’s a healthy choice.

The green peas are, of course, the highlight of this recipe. These hearty greens contain a considerable amount of fiber and antioxidants, which are very beneficial for your health.

Plus, the salad is low in carbs and calories, which makes it a great addition to your meal.

For this recipe, we do include mayonnaise, cheese, and bacon for better taste, but the amounts have been carefully measured to fit the healthy eating guidelines.

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Are frozen peas better than fresh ones?

Surprisingly, they are. Frozen green peas actually have a much better taste than their fresh counterparts.

The reason frozen peas tend to be sweeter, and more tender is because they are picked at their prime, blanched, then frozen immediately. In this way, the peas can retain their vibrant green color for months.

Peas bought at the farmer’s market, can often be too starchy since it is not known when the farmer collected them or how long they have been on the shelf.

So unless you know the farmer well enough to ensure the produce’s freshness or have grown the peas yourself, it is better to go with the frozen ones.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the salad

• Frozen green peas: These tender green babies are the star of our dish. You can use fresh peas if you like, but we would recommend using frozen peas because they actually taste a lot better and are also more convenient.
• Other veggies: Celery and red onions are added for a contrast in texture.

For the dressing

• Mayo: Mayo is a classic dressing when it comes to salads. This yummy addition elevates the taste of the salad.
• Yogurt: Plain Greek yogurt is added for extra creaminess.
• Lemon juice: Add a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice and feel these cheerful citrus notes brighten up your entire salad.

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For the topping

• Cheddar cheese: The slightly tangy and salty taste of cheddar cheese works well with our salad mix.
• Bacon: This is one ingredient that can make a big difference to our salad. Delicious bacon crumbs are added for a crispy texture and a savory note.

Do You Need to Cook Frozen Peas? 

We do recommend cooking the frozen peas before eating them for safer eating. It is worth spending an extra 2-3 minutes to cook them, especially if you have a weak digestive system;, you may feel uneasy if you eat frozen peas without cooking.

If you don’t really have a problem with that, and are in a rush, then thaw the peas by rinsing them under cold water. Remember to drain them well before adding to your dish to avoid a watery texture.

What to Serve With

This classic green pea salad makes a lovely appetizer or a wonderful side dish.

It’s a great choice for a picnic, outdoor activities, and family gatherings. You can enjoy it with a hot course such as a barbecue for a fulfilling meal.

How to Store the Leftovers

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This dish can stay fresh in the fridge for 24 hours if already prepared with a dressing. Because mayonnaise has been added to the salad, you should consume it soon to ensure it tastes fresh.

How to Make Green Pea Salad

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This healthy green pea salad is well-loved by kids and adults and will be an amazing addition to your family meal.

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• cook TIME 8 mins
• prep TIME 7 mins
• total TIME 15 mins

• COURSE Side Dish
• CUISINE American
• SERVINGS
  4

  servings
• CALORIES 184 kcal

INGREDIENTS

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• 10 oz frozen green peas
• 2 oz red onions (diced)
• 1 oz celery (chopped)
• 0.75 oz pan-fried bacon (crumbled)
• 0.5 oz cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 2 tbsp parsley (chopped)
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 3 tbsp Japanese mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp lemon juice

INSTRUCTIONS

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1

Pour 2 cups of water into a pot, then bring to a boil. Add 10 oz frozen green peas and boil for 2 minutes. Drain them well, and wait until they cool down.

2

Meanwhile, make the salad dressing. In a mixing bowl, put together 1/2 tsp pepper, 3 tbsp mayonnaise, 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt and 1 tsp lemon juice and stir until it reaches a thick, smooth consistency.

3

Add cooked green peas, 2 tbsp parsley, 1 oz celery, 2 oz red onions, 0.25 oz cheese, and 0.5 oz bacon crumbs, then mix them well.

4

Put the green pea salad into a serving bowl/ plate, and top with the remaining cheese and crumbled bacon.

NUTRITION

Nutrition Facts

How to Make Green Pea Salad

Amount Per Serving (1 serving)

Calories 184Calories from Fat 99

% Daily Value*

Fat 11g

17%

Saturated Fat 3g

19%

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 1g

Cholesterol 25mg

8%

Sodium 276mg

12%

Potassium 207mg

6%

Carbohydrate 12g

4%

Fiber 4g

17%

Sugar 5g

6%

Protein 7g

14%

Vitamin A 1662IU

33%

Vitamin C 17mg

21%

Calcium 51mg

5%

Iron 1mg

6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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