Green Pea Goober Salad

Brighten up your table with the fresh and flavorful Green Pea Goober Salad, a unique twist on classic cold salads. This quick 15-minute recipe combines the vibrant sweetness of tender green peas, the crunch of salted roasted peanuts, and a creamy dressing infused with the tang of Dijon mustard, honey, and lemon juice. Accented by the sharpness of red onion and the herbal freshness of dill, this easy salad offers a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light snack, this no-cook recipe is a versatile, crowd-pleasing option for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners. Serve chilled for the ultimate burst of summer flavors in every bite! Keywords: green pea salad, creamy salad recipe, easy summer side, no-cook salad, crunchy peanut salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups frozen green peas
• 1 cup salted roasted peanuts
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 3 tablespoons sour cream
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 cup red onion
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the frozen green peas in a colander and rinse them under lukewarm water until they are no longer frozen. Drain thoroughly and set them aside.

Step 2

Finely dice the red onion and chop the fresh dill. Set aside for later use.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, honey, and lemon juice. Whisk together until smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Add the thawed green peas, diced red onion, and chopped dill to the bowl with the dressing. Stir gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 5

Season the pea mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix again to incorporate evenly.

Step 6

Fold in the salted roasted peanuts, being careful not to crush them, so they retain their crunch.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve the Green Pea Goober Salad chilled as a side dish or light snack. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	897.3 grams (897.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1813

Total Fat 120.40g	154%
Saturated Fat 21.00g	105%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.30g
Cholesterol 63mg	21%
Sodium 1925mg	84%
Total Carbohydrate 131.40g	48%
Dietary Fiber 47.50g	170%
Total Sugars 50.30g
Protein 75.00g	150%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 303mg	23%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 2615mg	56%

*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: 56.8%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 27.5%