pea salad with bacon

Name: Pea Salad With Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 cup(s) frozen peas, thawed (about 16 oz); 1/2 cup(s) shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1/3 cup(s) minced water chestnuts, optional; 1/3 cup(s) finely chopped red onion; 1/2 cup(s) sour cream; 1/3 cup(s) mayo; 1 tablespoon(s) granulated sugar; 1/4 teaspoon(s) salt; 1/4 teaspoon(s) pepper; 6 - 8 slice(s) bacon, cooked and crumbled

2 Pinches 1 Photo

Sandy Alley

Appleton, WA

Updated on Mar 31, 2025

For variety, stir in chopped fresh herbs, like dill or mint, and/or chopped nuts. Also good with chopped water chestnuts for crunch.

Rate

prep time 15 Min

cook time 15 Min

method Stove Top

yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

4 cups frozen peas, thawed (about 16 oz)
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/3 cup minced water chestnuts, optional
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup mayo
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 - 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

How To Make pea salad with bacon

Step 1

Combine peas, cheese, water chestnuts, and onion in a large bowl.

Step 2

In another bowl, combine sour cream, mayo, sugar, salt, and pepper.
Step 3

Pour over pea mix and combine thoroughly.
Step 4

Refrigerate, covered, at least 30 minutes. Stir in bacon before serving.
Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!

Discover More

Comment & Reviews

Just A Pinch Sweepstakes