Best 6 Crunchy Pea Salad With Bacon Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful and easy-to-make salad recipe that offers a burst of flavors and textures? Look no further than this fantastic crunchy pea salad with crispy bacon recipe. This delicious salad combines sweet petit pois peas with the savory, salty tang of bacon, creating a harmonic blend that will tantalize taste buds. With its vibrant colors and irresistible crunch, this salad is guaranteed to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Join us as we explore the ingredients and demonstrate the simple steps required to create this culinary masterpiece. Let's get started and discover the secrets of making a perfect crunchy pea salad with bacon!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BACON PEA SALAD



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Peas, bacon, cheese, onions, celery, and mayo dressing are tossed together and chilled in this great summer salad.

Provided by CarolTyson

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Green Pea Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices bacon
¾ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon white sugar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (20 ounce) package fresh green peas
2 stalks celery, chopped
½ cup cubed Cheddar cheese
⅓ cup chopped onion

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble. Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon grease.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, reserved bacon grease, honey, sugar, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until dressing is smooth.
  • Mix bacon, peas, celery, Cheddar cheese, and onion together in a bowl. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 21.5 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 303.6 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

CRUNCHY PEA SALAD



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Make and share this Crunchy Pea Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by susan

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (20 ounce) package frozen baby peas
1 cup diced celery
1 cup chopped cauliflower
1/4 cup diced green onion
1 cup chopped cashews
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup ranch salad dressing
crisply cooked & crumbled bacon, for garnish (Optional)

Steps:

  • Thaw peas in colander under running water for a minute; drain.
  • Combine all ingredients.
  • Chill for a couple of hours to marry the flavors.
  • Garnish just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.4, Fat 35.8, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 19.3, Sodium 563.3, Carbohydrate 26.4, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 9.3, Protein 10.7

CREAMY PEA SALAD WITH BACON



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Creamy Pea Salad with Bacon is a popular southern dish that is filled with crunchy peas, crispy bacon, chopped red onions, and cheddar cheese. This is an easy to make side dish that is perfect for your next potluck!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds peas (thawed)
1/2 cup red onion (chopped)
1 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (cubed)
8 slices bacon (cooked and chopped)
3 Tablespoons parsley (chopped)
1/2 cup sour cream
3 Tablespoons mayonnaise
1 Tablespoon cider vinegar
1 Tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl add the peas, red onion, cheddar cheese, bacon and parsley.
  • In a small bowl whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, cider vinegar, and sugar.
  • Pour the creamy mixture in the large bowl over the peas. Toss until the peas are fully coated. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2745 kcal, Carbohydrate 159 g, Protein 118 g, Fat 184 g, SaturatedFat 78 g, Cholesterol 372 mg, Sodium 2633 mg, Fiber 48 g, Sugar 72 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CRUNCHY PEA & BACON SALAD



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An easy side 'salad' that features peas as the main ingredient instead of the traditional pasta.

Provided by Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us

Categories     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 10

2-3 cups frozen peas (thawed)
1 lb bacon (cooked crisp and crumbled)
1/4 cup red onion (diced)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp + 1 tsp white vinegar
1 tsp sugar
salt & pepper (to taste)
1/8 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/8 tsp soy sauce
1/2 cup small cheddar cheese cubes

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayo, vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, Worcestershire, & soy sauce.
  • Add in the peas, bacon, onion, and cheese. Gently toss until everything's evenly combined.
  • Chill for at least one hour before serving.

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 :

CREAMY PEA SALAD WITH BACON



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"This salad which stars plenty of peas and crumbled bacon in a light dressing, is a delicious alternative to potato or pasta salad," confirms Candy Snyder of Salem, Oregon.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 green onion, chopped
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 cups fresh or frozen peas, thawed

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients; mix well. Add peas; toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 496mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To save time, use frozen peas instead of fresh peas. Just thaw them before using.
  • If you don't have bacon on hand, you can substitute cooked ham or diced, cooked chicken.
  • For a lighter version of the salad, use low-fat mayonnaise or Greek yogurt instead of regular mayonnaise.
  • Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, or dill, to the salad for extra flavor.
  • If you like a sweeter salad, add a tablespoon or two of honey or maple syrup to the dressing.
  • For a more crunchy salad, add some chopped celery or chopped nuts.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This crunchy pea salad with bacon is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy salad, give this one a try.

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