Best 6 Easy Peas And Cheese Salad Recipes

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When the warm weather hits, there’s nothing quite like a refreshing and light salad. This article will explore the delightful world of "easy peas and cheese salad" - a dish that is not only simple to prepare but also packed with flavor. From classic recipes that have been passed down for generations to exciting contemporary variations, this guide will provide a comprehensive overview of the best recipes available. Whether you're looking for a quick and healthy weekday lunch, a delightful side dish for a backyard barbecue, or a potluck favorite, you'll find inspiration and deliciousness within these pages.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

PEA 'N' CHEESE SALAD



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Radish slices add color and crunch to this fresh-tasting English pea salad. I often serve it in a bowl lined with romaine leaves, then garnish it with radish roses. -Inez Orsburn, DeMotte, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups frozen peas (about 16 ounces), thawed
1 cup chopped celery
2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes or 1 jar (2 ounces) pimientos, drained
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, relish and seasonings. Stir into pea mixture. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 27g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 574mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

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.

EASY PEAS AND CHEESE SALAD



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Make and share this Easy Peas and Cheese Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dogsandwoods

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 14 cups, 28 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 (1 lb) packages frozen peas
2 (8 ounce) packages , assorted cheese crumbles or 2 (8 ounce) packages shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Put peas into colander and run hot tap water on them for two to three minutes, until peas are cold but not frozen.
  • Strain all water from peas and place into large mixing bowl.
  • Add cheese and mayo.
  • Mix well and serve.
  • May garnish with a sliced hard boiled egg. May add black pepper and/or to suit your taste.

GREEN PEA SALAD WITH CHEDDAR CHEESE



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This easy pea salad has sweet, crunchy pieces of onions mixed with creamy bites of Cheddar cheese. Growing up, a friend of the family made us this pea salad that we love to this day. It's just standard stuff: peas, mayonnaise, egg, cheese, and onion. That's it!

Provided by JessyTastic

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Green Pea Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 (14.5 ounce) cans sweet peas, drained
3 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
¾ cup Cheddar cheese cubes
⅔ cup mayonnaise
½ cup onion, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix sweet peas, eggs, Cheddar cheese cubes, mayonnaise, and onion together in a bowl until ingredients are coated in mayonnaise; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 132.6 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 947.6 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

CREAMY PEA SALAD



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You can prepare this pea salad ahead of time, so it's ideal when you're having company for dinner. -Debra Hartze, Zeeland, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen peas
1/2 cup diced cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced mozzarella cheese
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup Miracle Whip
Salt and pepper to taste
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the peas, cheese, onion, Miracle Whip, salt and pepper; mix well. Refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 28g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 342mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

EASY PEA SALAD



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This is a really simple side dish featuring peas and cheese. I double the recipe and take it to many family gatherings.

Provided by Tresa Raymer

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Green Pea Salad Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained
4 ounces Cheddar cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet onion
1 tablespoon sugar
¼ cup creamy salad dressing, e.g. Miracle Whip ™

Steps:

  • In a medium serving bowl, mix together the peas, Cheddar cheese and onion. Stir in the sugar and creamy salad dressing. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 34.8 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 498.4 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have frozen peas, you can use fresh or canned peas instead. Just be sure to cook them according to the package directions.
  • Feel free to add other ingredients to your salad, such as diced celery, chopped red onion, or crumbled bacon.
  • Serve your salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This easy peas and cheese salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is also a great way to use up leftover peas. With its simple ingredients and quick preparation time, this salad is sure to become a favorite in your home.

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