Best 4 Fresh English Pea Salad Recipes

Fresh English pea salad is a delightful dish that combines the sweetness of fresh English peas with a variety of textures and flavors. This salad is a perfect side dish for a summer cookout or picnic, or it can be served as a light lunch or dinner. With so many variations available, there's sure to be a recipe that will satisfy everyone's taste buds.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

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

Ingredients

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

FRESH SUGAR SNAP PEA SALAD

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We found fresh sugar snap peas at our town's farmers market. They make a cheerful salad with a tangy dressing. -Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds
1 pound fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved (about 4 cups)

Steps:

Place the first 7 ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in poppy seeds., Add peas to dressing and toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 201mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ENGLISH PEA SALAD

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

Provided by Tonkcats

Categories Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 1 batch, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 (15 ounce) cans English peas, well drained
2 hard-boiled eggs, boiled and peeled
1/2 medium onion, peeled and minced
4 tablespoons pickle relish
4 tablespoons mayonnaise

Steps:

Place peas in a large bowl.
Chop hard boiled eggs and add to peas along with the minced onion, pickle relish, and mayonnaise.
Stir gently to combine.
Chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 46.6, Sodium 81.9, Carbohydrate 18.8, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 8.6, Protein 7.4

FRESH ENGLISH PEA SALAD

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From The Kitchen restaurant in Boulder, CO in their appetizers section. There is a note that says as sping turns to summer and the peas get sweeter to substitute feta cheese for the pecorino. Yum yum! I love peas! This is an appetizer to be shared, although I think with some balsamic glazed chicken this would be an excellent dinner salad!

Provided by SarahBeth

Categories < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 1 appetizer, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 lb fresh English pea (usually still in the pod)
1 bunch of fresh mint
1/2 bunch arugula
1/4 cup lemon juice
4 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper
1/4 lb pecorino cheese

Steps:

Remove peas from pods. Bring a pot of very salty water to boil. Add peas and boil for about 1 minute, just until color changes to a consistent bright green. Remove and cool in ice water or under running cold water. (The cold water stops the cooking and keeps the peas bright green.).
Wash and dry mint and arugula. In a bowl, combine peas with mint and arugula. Add juice of 1 lemon, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Shave half of the pecorino onto a cutting board and reserve. Shave remaining pecorino, chop, and add to salad; toss. Taste and adjust seasoning with more lemon juice or olive oil as desired.
3. Serve immediately, topped with reserved shaved pecorino cheese.

Tips:

For the freshest and sweetest peas, use fresh, young English peas in season. Look for bright green, firm pods with plump peas inside.
If fresh peas are unavailable, you can use frozen or thawed peas. Just be sure to drain them well before using.
To save time, you can buy pre-shelled peas. However, shelling fresh peas is a great way to get the kids involved in the cooking process.
To blanch the peas, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the peas and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender. Immediately remove the peas from the boiling water and plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
For a more flavorful salad, use a variety of herbs, such as mint, dill, chives, or basil.
To add a bit of crunch to the salad, add some chopped nuts, such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans.
For a creamy salad, add some crumbled goat cheese, feta cheese, or ricotta cheese.
For a more substantial salad, add some cooked chicken, bacon, or shrimp.
Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

English pea salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its bright colors and delicious taste, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.