Description
This Easy Pea Salad is a quick and refreshing side dish perfect for any meal. Combining sweet peas with creamy mayonnaise and Greek yogurt dressing, sharp cheddar cheese, and zesty red onions, it offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Optional hard-boiled egg adds an extra layer of richness, making it an ideal salad for picnics, potlucks, or light lunches.
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
Salad
- 12 ounce bag of frozen peas, slightly thawed
- 6 ounces cheddar cheese, cubed
- â…“ cup chopped red onion
- 1 hard-boiled egg, diced (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, salt, and cracked black pepper. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Combine salad ingredients: In a medium bowl, place the slightly thawed peas, cubed cheddar cheese, chopped red onion, and diced hard-boiled egg if using.
- Add dressing and mix: Spoon the prepared dressing over the pea mixture. Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly without mashing the peas.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the salad until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld. Before serving, season with additional salt and pepper to taste if desired.
Notes
- Use thawed but still cold peas to avoid watering down the salad.
- Hard-boiled egg is optional but adds richness and protein.
- Cheddar cheese can be substituted with your favorite cheese like feta or mozzarella for a different flavor profile.
- For a lighter option, use low-fat mayonnaise and Greek yogurt.
- This salad can be prepared a few hours ahead and kept refrigerated for best flavor.
