Frozen Pea Salad

Brighten up your summer gatherings with this irresistible Frozen Pea Salad—a creamy, crispy, and flavorful side dish that's as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Featuring a medley of sweet, tender frozen peas, smoky crumbled bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and crunchy red onion, all tossed in a tangy sauce made from mayonnaise, sour cream, and apple cider vinegar, this salad delivers a delightful balance of textures and tastes. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick chill in the fridge, it’s perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or as a refreshing make-ahead addition to any meal. Serve cold and watch this crowd-pleaser disappear in no time! Keywords: Frozen Pea Salad, creamy salad recipe, easy pea side dish, summer potluck recipes, make-ahead salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 oz frozen peas
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup red onion
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
• 6 slices bacon
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp granulated sugar
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Remove the frozen peas from the freezer and allow them to thaw at room temperature for about 10 minutes. They should still be slightly chilled but not frozen solid.

Step 2

While the peas are thawing, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and crumble into small pieces once cool.

Step 3

Dice the red onion into small, fine pieces and shred or cube the sharp cheddar cheese if it’s not pre-shredded.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the dressing is smooth and well incorporated.

Step 5

Add the thawed peas, diced red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon to the bowl with the dressing. Gently fold all the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated in the dressing.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Before serving, give the salad a light stir. Serve cold, garnished with additional bacon crumbles or cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	757.3 grams (757.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1919

Total Fat 141.20g	181%
Saturated Fat 38.10g	191%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 286mg	95%
Sodium 3011mg	131%
Total Carbohydrate 98.60g	36%
Dietary Fiber 23.30g	83%
Total Sugars 30.00g
Protein 69.20g	138%

Vitamin D 8IU	39%
Calcium 929mg	71%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 1364mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.4%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 20.3%