Description
Classic Southern Pea Salad is a refreshing and colorful dish that combines sweet peas with crunchy vegetables and a creamy dressing for a delightful balance of flavors. Perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or family gatherings, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also visually appealing. With its simple ingredients and delicious taste, it’s sure to impress your guests at any meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh or frozen peas (thawed)
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped green onion
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- Wash and chop the red bell pepper, green onion, and celery into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the peas, diced bell pepper, green onion, and celery. Gently fold to mix.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and sugar until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and stir gently to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg