Pea and lettuce salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that is perfect for spring and summer gatherings. With its colorful mix of sweet peas, crisp lettuce, and tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The subtle sweetness of the peas and the crisp texture of the lettuce pair perfectly with the tangy dressing, making this salad a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Whether you are looking for a light lunch or a refreshing side dish, this pea and lettuce salad is sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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LAYERED LETTUCE SALAD
This is a great-tasting salad that can be made for most any occasion. It looks so pretty for a buffet or on the dinner table. My family loves it.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, layer the first eight ingredients. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, snipped dill, basil, salt and pepper; carefully spread over salad., Refrigerate, covered, several hours or overnight. If desired, top with additional dill.
Nutrition Facts :
LAYERED PEA SALAD
This delightful layered salad is filling and fresh at the same time. It is so versatile that it works for any time of the year--July 4th or Christmas. It's one of the better ways I get my kids to 'eat their peas'!
Provided by Kimberly Turnage Slater
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Green Pea Salad Recipes
Time 8h15m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Stir together salad dressing and sugar in a large salad bowl or 9x13 glass baking dish until sugar is dissolved. Add peas and chopped green pepper, if desired, and mix lightly to combine. Spread the pea mixture evenly across the bottom of the dish.
- Spread the lettuce in an even layer over the pea mixture, and top the lettuce with a layer of the Cheddar cheese. Sprinkle bacon bits over the cheese.
- Chill for at least 8 hours or overnight to blend flavors.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 16.9 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 414.2 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
BRAISED LETTUCE WITH PEAS
Do try this - it's melting and nutty flavoured, with sweet peas and just a hint of cream
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Vegetable
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large sauté pan with a lid. Fry the onion gently for about 5 mins, until softened. Meanwhile, pull any damaged or coarse outer leaves from the lettuces and trim the bases. Cut the lettuces in half lengthways, through the base.
- Place the lettuce cut-side up on top of the onions and cook for half a minute, then turn over and cook for another 30 secs. Pour over the stock and lightly season. Put the lid on the pan, reduce the heat to the minimum and cook for 10 mins.
- With a slotted spoon, lift the lettuces out and put into a sieve over a bowl. Raise the heat under the pan and boil the juices until reduced by half. Add the cream or crème fraîche and petits pois and boil for 1 min until heated through. Arrange lettuces in a serving dish and pour over the pea-and-cream sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 9 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 8 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium
PEA AND LETTUCE SALAD
This is a beautiful fresh spring salad using simple everyday ingredients. I use this for bring a salad events when I know everyone else will bring potato salad, pasta salad or coleslaw. This one presents very nicely among the white of other salads and the bowl is always empty.
Provided by An_Net
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, and vinegar.
- In a bowl, mix peas and lettuce. Stir dressing into vegetables and add salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.2, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 94.9, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 3.1, Protein 3
MOM'S "THE BEST" LETTUCE/PEA SALAD
My mom has made this as long as I can remember. It is a crunchy, very tasty salad. It is a "must have" dish at our family gatherings and holidays. It makes a large quanity, but almost never has much leftover. What there is left is fought over to take home! I tried using another brand mayo and making this salad the day of serving, but did not taste as well. For the best salad, use Hellmans real mayo and make this the nite before. If you are a salad fan, I guarantee you will be addicted to this salad. I've also eaten variations with green peppers, canned peas and eggs, but I love this combination the best. Mom never has any complaints, but then, she's the best cook I know! The prep time doesn't include the "drying" time for the lettuce/peas and the overnite time in the fridge.
Provided by peppermintkitty
Categories Greens
Time 20m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- prepare this salad the DAY BEFORE you want to serve it.
- It just isn't as good made the morning of.
- after lettuce is throughly dried, tear into pieces in put in large bowl (one that doesn't have a large size rim).
- on top of lettuce place the chopped green onion, celery, drained water chestnuts, and well drained, uncooked frozen peas.
- Do not mix over the top of this, spread the hellman's mayo to edges of bowl sealing the salad in cover tightly and place in fridge until the next day.
- dice 2 cups cheddar cheese and place in a plastic bag and put in fridge to toss with salad the next day.
- Just before serving, add the cubed cheese to the salad and mix all well.
- Pour into nice serving bowl and enjoy!
- note: do not add salt as it will draw moisture and salad will have liquid in it by the serve time.
- guest may add pepper and salt when salad is served.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.7, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 44.9, Sodium 664, Carbohydrate 23.3, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 7.1, Protein 10.7
LAYERED PEA SALAD WITH CREAMY HERB DRESSING
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In the bowl of a food processor, add mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice and zest, and herbs. Pulse until smooth. Refrigerate until you are ready to use.
- Layer your salad in a trifle dish. Start with the beets on the bottom in an even layer. Next add a layer of each lettuce, celery, blue cheese, and peas. Spread the dressing over the top of the salad and season with pepper to taste. Top with bacon. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
PEA AND BACON SALAD WITH FRENCH DRESSING
Steps:
- For the French dressing: Plop the ketchup, yogurt, vinegar, mustard, sugar, paprika, onion and salt to taste into a high-speed blender. Puree until smooth. Use immediately or transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For the pea and bacon salad: Put the bacon in a large cold skillet and cook over medium heat until crisp, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate, and set aside.
- Add the peas to the bacon fat, then sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper and cook over medium heat until they get a slight color, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Build the salad. Onto a bed of butter lettuce leaves, scatter the peas and herbs. Crumble and add the bacon. Finish with a grating of Parmesan and a drizzle of dressing. Serve with more dressing on the side.
LITTLE GEM & PEA SALAD
Spruce up a crunchy green salad with some peas and a lemon olive oil dressing
Provided by Angela Boggiano
Categories Side dish
Time 12m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put the Little Gem wedges in a large bowl or on a serving platter. Bring a medium saucepan of water to the boil, add the peas and cook for 2 mins. Drain well and refresh under cold running water until cooled. Add the well-drained peas to the lettuce and toss together.
- In a small bowl, combine the shallot, lemon juice and vinegar, plus a pinch of salt. Leave to stand for 10 mins, then add the olive oil and season with ground black pepper. Add the dressing to the Gem wedges and peas, and toss together.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium
PEAR, FETA, AND LETTUCE SALAD
The fresh taste of pears, balsamic vinaigrette, and feta cheese blend wonderfully in this light salad.
Provided by Steph
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the lettuce into a salad bowl, sprinkle on the feta cheese in a layer, and top with a layer of Bosc and Asian pears. Serve with balsamic vinaigrette on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 708.7 mg, Sugar 9.7 g
PEA 'N' PEANUT SALAD
Even people who don't like peas love this crunchy recipe, including my own children. I love the fact that it's so easy and makes a refreshing alternative to more traditional salads. A friend gave me the recipe years ago and I've been making it ever since. -Laurinda Nelson, Phoenix, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and salad dressing; stir into salad. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 579 calories, Fat 48g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 957mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
Tips:
- Freshness is key: Use the freshest peas and lettuce you can find for the best flavor and texture.
- Blanch the peas: Blanching the peas briefly in boiling water helps to preserve their bright green color and slightly softens them.
- Use a variety of lettuces: Feel free to mix and match different types of lettuce, such as romaine, butterhead, and red leaf, for a more interesting salad.
- Add other vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as sliced radishes, chopped cucumbers, or grated carrots.
- Use a light dressing: A simple vinaigrette or lemon-tahini dressing is a great way to dress the salad without overpowering the delicate flavors of the peas and lettuce.
- Serve immediately: This salad is best served immediately after it is made, as the lettuce will start to wilt if it sits for too long.
Conclusion:
This simple and refreshing pea and lettuce salad is a great way to enjoy the flavors of spring. It is easy to make, packed with nutrients, and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you serve it as a side dish or a light lunch, this salad is sure to be a hit.
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