CLASSIC CREAMY PEA SALAD

Classic Creamy Pea Salad is a popular side dish in many American homes, particularly during the spring and summer months. It’s a simple and delicious salad that combines sweet peas, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy dressing. Here’s a basic recipe for Classic Creamy Pea Salad:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups frozen peas, thawed
• 1/2 cup diced red onion
• 1/2 cup diced celery
• 1/2 cup diced cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup diced cooked bacon (optional)
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste

• Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed frozen peas, diced red onion, diced celery, diced cheddar cheese, and cooked bacon (if using). You can adjust the ingredients and quantities to your preference.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, white vinegar, and sugar. This creamy dressing is what gives the salad its classic flavor.
  3. Pour the dressing over the pea mixture in the large bowl.
  4. Gently stir everything together until the peas and other ingredients are well coated with the creamy dressing.
  5. Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste. Remember not to oversalt, as the cheese and bacon can add some saltiness to the dish.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least a couple of hours before serving. Chilling allows the flavors to meld and enhances the salad’s taste.
  7. Before serving, you can garnish with extra cheese or bacon if desired.

  This Classic Creamy Pea Salad is a versatile dish, and you can customize it to your liking by adding ingredients like hard-boiled eggs, diced red bell pepper, or fresh herbs for extra flavor and color. It’s a great addition to picnics, barbecues, or any gathering, and it’s a perfect way to enjoy the sweetness of peas in a creamy and satisfying salad.