Description
A refreshing and vibrant classic salad featuring fresh peas, crumbled bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for summer barbecues or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh peas (or frozen peas, thawed)
- 6 strips beef bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the peas, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar, and diced red onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper in a separate small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the pea mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled as a side dish for your next barbecue or family gathering.
Notes
Use fresh peas in season for the best flavor. If short on time, frozen peas work well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg