Description
Classic Southern Pea Salad is a creamy, comforting side dish made with sweet peas, cheddar cheese, eggs, and a simple mayonnaise dressing. It’s quick to prepare and perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or everyday meals.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces frozen sweet peas, thawed
- 2 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions or regular onions
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- Ensure the peas are fully thawed and well drained.
- In a large bowl, combine peas, chopped eggs, onions, and shredded cheddar cheese. Gently stir to combine.
- Add mayonnaise, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir gently before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
- Ensure peas are dry to avoid watery salad.
- Use sharp cheddar for more flavor, or try Colby Jack for variety.
- Can be made a day ahead for better flavor.
- Store in the fridge up to 3 days. Do not freeze or reheat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
