Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste as needed
- 4 cups frozen peas, thawed
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 medium red onion, diced
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, cubed small
Preparation:
- In a large bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayo, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and salt until well combined. This creates the dressing for your pea salad.
- Add the thawed peas, crumbled bacon, diced red onion, and cubed cheddar cheese to the bowl with the dressing.
- Gently stir the ingredients together, making sure that everything is evenly coated in the creamy dressing.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator until it’s ready to be served. It’s recommended to chill for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to cool.
- Before serving, you can garnish the pea salad with more crispy bacon if desired. This adds an extra layer of flavor and texture.
- Enjoy your delicious and nostalgic Pea Salad!
This salad is not only quick and easy to make but also brings a wonderful combination of creamy, sweet, salty, and sharp flavors. It’s a perfect side dish for picnics, potlucks, or any family gathering.
