Best 8 Crisp Pea Salad Recipes

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Crisp pea salad is a refreshing and light dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. With its vibrant colors and crisp textures, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you're looking for a healthy side dish or a light main course, crisp pea salad is a delicious and versatile option.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

PEA SALAD



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Peas straight from the freezer retain their crisp exterior and soft, creamy interior in this simple-to-make salad. For a subtler onion flavor, soak onion slices in cool water, then thoroughly drain before folding into the mayonnaise mixture.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 4h25m

Yield Makes 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound frozen peas (do not thaw)
1/2 small red onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced (1/2 cup)
1/4 cup packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
4 ounces bacon (about 4 slices), chopped
2 ounces aged white cheddar, shaved or coarsely grated

Steps:

  • Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and vinegar in a large bowl; season generously with salt and pepper. Fold in peas, onion, and parsley. Refrigerate at least 4 hours.
  • Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and fat is rendered, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain and crisp.
  • Let salad stand at room temperature for 10 minutes. Gently fold in cheddar and bacon just before serving.

#1 PEA SALAD MOST REQUESTED!



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This is the pea salad everyone begs for at any event or anytime we make it. Easy and so addictive. Most folks are sure there is bacon in the recipe, but there is none needed for the fabulous flavor.

Provided by Janie Hubshman-Edinger

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Green Pea Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (16 ounce) packages frozen petite peas
6 ounces smoke-flavored almonds, finely chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
1 cup mayonnaise, or more to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place frozen peas in a colander; rinse under cold water until thawed. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Add almonds and onions; mix well. Fold mayonnaise and black pepper into pea mixture until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 283.5 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

CRISP SNOW PEA SALAD



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A simple Japanese dressing turns crunchy snow peas into a refreshing salad. Great with grilled salmon or chicken. Created by Heather Trim for Food and Drink.

Provided by Leslie

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb snow peas
1/4 cup very thinly sliced carrot (Matchstick size)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
2 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon wasabi powder
salt
2 teaspoons sesame seeds, preferably toasted

Steps:

  • Snip ends and remove string from snow peas. Fill a large bowl full of ice water.
  • Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil, and add snow peas and carrots.
  • Cook just until snow peas turn bright green, about 15 seconds, drain and plunge into cold water. Drain well and pat dry.
  • Cut snow peas diagonally into ½-inch (1-cm) wide pieces. Place in a bowl along with carrots.
  • To prepare dressing, whisk soy with lemon juice, sesame oil, sugar and wasabi powder, making sure sugar and wasabi powder are dissolved.
  • Stir with snow peas and carrots. Taste and add salt if needed. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.8, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 513.1, Carbohydrate 13.3, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 7.9, Protein 4.5

CRISPY CHICKPEA SALAD



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"In my opinion, a crouton can make or break a salad - and this one has thick, fluffy pitas tossed in butter!" says Molly.

Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 15-ounce can chickpeas
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 pita bread rounds, torn
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Kosher salt
1/4 cup tahini
Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
8 cups fresh spinach or other greens
2 cups grape tomatoes, quartered
1/2 English cucumber, sliced
1/2 red onion, chopped
3 radishes, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces)
2 teaspoons za'atar seasoning

Steps:

  • Roast the chickpeas: Drain, rinse and pat dry the chickpeas; let sit 30 minutes on a paper towel-lined plate to let them dry out. Preheat the oven to 350˚ F. Dump the chickpeas onto a rimmed baking sheet. Toss with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast, tossing occasionally, until crisp and dry, about 50 minutes. Let cool.
  • While the chickpeas cool, bake the croutons: Toss the pita pieces with the butter and a pinch of salt on another baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Let cool. (You can store the chickpeas and the croutons in separate containers at room temperature for up to 4 days.)
  • Make the dressing: Mix the tahini, lemon juice and 3 to 4 tablespoons water in a bowl until creamy and pourable. Season with salt and pepper. (You can put the dressing in a cute jar and store it in the fridge for up to 5 days. If it gets too thick to pour, mix in a little water before using.)
  • Make the salad: Combine the spinach, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, radishes and mint in a large bowl. Add the feta, za'atar, dressing and chickpeas and gently toss. Top with the croutons.

CRISP PROSCIUTTO, PEA & MOZZARELLA SALAD WITH MINT VINAIGRETTE



Crisp prosciutto, pea & mozzarella salad with mint vinaigrette image

Fresh Italian flavours make a perfect complement to the warmer weather

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Starter

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4slices prosciutto
100g peas , fresh or frozen
1ball buffalo mozzarella , torn into large pieces
½ juice orange
1 tbsp olive oil
small handful mint , leaves finely chopped, plus extra small leaves to serve

Steps:

  • Heat a frying pan. Without adding any oil, fry the prosciutto slices until wrinkled and crisp. Place on a sheet of kitchen roll, leave to cool, break into large shards, then set aside.
  • Boil the peas in a pan of salted water for 2 mins until just tender. Meanwhile, mix all the vinaigrette ingredients together, season, then set aside. If making ahead, do not add the chopped mint until ready to serve, as it will discolour. When the peas are cooked, drain, then run them under cold water until completely cool. Pat dry with kitchen paper.
  • To serve, divide the mozzarella between 2 plates, scatter the peas over and sit the prosciutto shards on top. Drizzle the dressing over and around, and scatter with the mint leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 26 grams fat, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 11 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 25 grams protein, Sodium 2.23 milligram of sodium

PEA SALAD



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You'll need just five ingredients for this cool salad that's nicely sized for two people. "I like trying new recipes," shares Katie Anderson from Cheney, Washington. "When I found this salad, I loved it. It's really nice on those hot summer days."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the peas, cheese and onion. Stir in the mayonnaise and mustard. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 31g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

QUICK CRUNCHY PEA SALAD



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Frozen peas are a handy base for this good-tasting salad. It's also a great dish for a potluck because it can be made ahead. Everyone enjoys this when I serve it.-Mary Reid Fisher, Brownwood, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first four ingredients. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream and seasoned salt if desired; mix well. Add to pea mixture; toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY PEA & CHEESE SALAD



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This is an old Better Homes and Garden recipe. Use frozen (not canned peas) to make a fresh crisp pea salad.

Provided by BakinBaby

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 ounces peas (frozen)
1 cup cheddar cheese (cubed)
2 eggs (boiled and chopped)
1/4 cup celery (chopped)
2 tablespoons onions (chopped)
2 tablespoons pimentos
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Allow peas to set at room temperature to thaw, about 30 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients to thawed peas, chill for 2 hours or overnight.
  • Serve on lettuce leaves or in wedged tomatoes.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, crisp peas for the best flavor. Fresh peas are available in season from late spring to early summer.
  • If you can't find fresh peas, frozen peas will work just as well. Just be sure to thaw them completely before using.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your salad to add color and flavor. Some good options include carrots, celery, cucumbers, and tomatoes.
  • Use a light dressing to avoid weighing down the salad. A vinaigrette dressing is a good option.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. The salad will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Crisp pea salad is a refreshing and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and nutritious salad that will be enjoyed by everyone.

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