Pea Salad With Bacon is one of the best vegetable salads I have eaten. The sweetness of the peas and the mountain of cheese on top will make you fall in love with every bite.
If you have never heard of Pea Salad With Bacon nbefore then I know that the idea can be a bit vague. But, just like the popular saying goes “You have to trust the process”.
I was never aware of this dish and I came across it once when I went to a buffet. Since it was a buffet I wanted to give it a try and it did make me reevaluate my thoughts on peas as well as salads.
Hoping to rediscover the same flavors again, I tried recreating them at home, and it was a big success. I have even catered this Pea Salad With Bacon to my guests and family, and I can proudly say that I have changed their confused “nays” to definite “yeses.”
Salad recipes do not take a lot of time and the same goes for this one. Requiring humble ingredients and 10 minutes of cooking time, if you are eagerly looking for new salad recipes, then you are in luck with this one.
Equipment Required
- Saucepan: To cook the bacon I am using a saucepan.
- Tongs: I have my tongs ready to flip the bacon upside down.
- Spatula: To make this delicious you need to turn it over with a wooden spatula.
Pea Salad With Bacon Ingredients & Substitutions
Note: The ingredients in this recipe can serve upto 8 people. You can increase or decrease the quantities for more or fewer servings.
- 4 Slices Bacon
- ¾ Cup Mayonnaise: You can also use sour cream or greek yoghurt if you are not a fan of mayonnaise.
- 1 Tablespoon Honey
- 1 Tablespoon White Sugar
- Salt And Ground Black Pepper To Taste
- 1 (20 Ounce) Package Fresh Green Peas: You can also use fresh peas for this recipe, but the texture won’t be the same.
- 2 Stalks Celery, Chopped
- ½ Cup Cubed Cheddar Cheese: You can also use blocks of mozzarella cheese.
- ⅓ Cup Chopped Onion
Preparation And Cooking Time
| Preparation Time | Cooking Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 10 Minutes | 15 Minutes | 25 Minutes |
How To Make Pea Salad With Bacon At Home
Step 1
Start by slicing the strips of bacon on a hot pan.
Step 2
Next, add blanched peas to a bowl and add chopped bacon, onion, celery, and cubed cheese to it. Also, add mayonnaise, honey, white sugar, salt, and ground black pepper to it.
Step 3
Mix it all together and serve to enjoy.
Expert Tips That I Recommend
- If this is your first time making Pea Salad With Bacon, let the frozen peas thaw at room temperature. But don’t let them thaw completely; otherwise, they can get mushy while you mix them together.
- Although peas are the main highlight of this dish, you also need to cook the bacon. I like to cook it at medium heat. High heat can cause it to burn, while low heat will slow down the cooking process.
- Also, I avoid adding too many bacon pieces at once to the pan. This creates an overlapping situation, which prevents the bacon from cooking properly.
- Another problem which arises with uncooked bacon is that it is chewy in nature. This in turn ruins the texture of the salad.
- A pro tip that I follow to ensure that my salad tastes scrumptious is to let it chill in the refrigerator. I let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- This allows the flavours to mingle together, bringing out the true taste of the ingredients in this recipe.
- I know salads are supposed to be quick recipes, but don’t be aggressive with them. Being aggressive can make the entire salad mushy, which is not how it should be.
- However, if it does turn out mushy then I add nuts, celery or seeds to improve the texture of it. Also, this is a great way to amp up any regular, basic salad recipe.
FAQs About Pea Salad With Bacon Recipe
Nutritional Information Per Serving
Pea Salad With Bacon tastes delicious but unfortunately it is too high in calories. Hence, people need to have it with caution and consume it in moderation. To know about it more, have a look at the Pea Salad With Bacon nutritional table below:
| Calories | 281 kcal |
| Saturated Fat | 21 g |
| Cholestrol | 5 g |
| Sodium | 22 g |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 16 mg |
| Total Sugars | 14 mg |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Vitamin C | 29 g |
| Calcium | 85 IU |
| Iron | 1 mg |
| Potasium | 244 mg |
However, a good thing about this recipe is that it is completely soy, nut, and gluten-free. It is also dairy-free. Thus, people following those diets can have it without any restrictions. On the other hand, people following vegan, vegetarian, and keto diets need to make some alterations to the list first.
Recipe Variations For Different Diets
- Keto: Pea Salad With Bacon is high in carbs, so it is not keto-friendly. However, to make it keto-friendly, you can swap sugar for sugar-free sweeteners and follow the rest of the steps.
Storing & Reheating This Recipe
Storing
- Countertop: Pea Salad With Bacon can become really sensitive at room temperature. After half an hour, I store it in the fridge for further storage.
- Refrigeration: I like to pack my leftover pea salad with bacon in airtight containers. Then, I store them in the fridge for about 2-3 days.
- Freezing: I would not recommend freezing Pea Salad With Bacon as this gets mushy over time. However, you can store the bacon, peas, and dressing separately and assemble them before serving.
What To Serve With This Recipe
Now that your Pea Pea Salad with bacon is ready, you can serve it with Devilled Eggs, a Sandwich, or a wrap on the side. If you enjoy burgers, add them as well for a proper snack.
However, if you are not into snacking, make it healthy by adding some source of protein. I like roasted Chicken, but you can also have barbeque chicken or roast pork with it.
If you enjoy pasta, have it with your choice of Pasta for a proper brunch idea. A cheese platter with crackers and fruits also compliments this dish really well. Finally, to add more veggies, you can have it with roasted veggies or falafel salad on the side.
Printable Version
Pea Salad With Bacon
Ingredients
- 4 Slices Bacon
- ¾ Cup Mayonnaise
- 1 Tablespoon Honey
- 1 Tablespoon White Sugar
- Salt And Ground Black Pepper To Taste
- 1 (20) Ounce Package Fresh Green Peas
- 2 Stalks Celery Chopped
- ½ Cup Cubed Cheddar Cheese
- ⅓ Cup Chopped Onion
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Tongs
- Spatula
- Bowl
Instructions
- Start by slicing the strips of bacon on a hot pan.
- Next, add blanched peas to a bowl and add chopped bacon, onion, celery, and cubed cheese to it. Also, add mayonnaise, honey, white sugar, salt, and ground black pepper to it.
- Mix it all together and serve to enjoy.
Notes
- If this is your first time making Pea Salad With Bacon, let the frozen peas thaw at room temperature. But don’t let them thaw completely; otherwise, they can get mushy while you mix them together.
- Although peas are the main highlight of this dish, you also need to cook the bacon. I like to cook it at medium heat. High heat can cause it to burn, while low heat will slow down the cooking process.
- Also, I avoid adding too many bacon pieces at once to the pan. This creates an overlapping situation, which prevents the bacon from cooking properly.
- Another problem which arises with uncooked bacon is that it is chewy in nature. This in turn ruins the texture of the salad.
- A pro tip that I follow to ensure that my salad tastes scrumptious is to let it chill in the refrigerator. I let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- This allows the flavours to mingle together, bringing out the true taste of the ingredients in this recipe.
- I know salads are supposed to be quick recipes, but don’t be aggressive with them. Being aggressive can make the entire salad mushy, which is not how it should be.
- However, if it does turn out mushy then I add nuts, celery or seeds to improve the texture of it. Also, this is a great way to amp up any regular, basic salad recipe.
Nutrition
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Conclusion
This salad recipe has the perfect balance of sweetness and sourness to it. The crunchy texture and the creamy dressing also adds a nice touch to the salad.
If you are running low on new, fancy, salad ideas then give this a try. This is practical, simple and utterly delicious. It is so time effective that you can make it right away. So, give it a try and let me know how it turned out. I am sure you will crave to have this more than once.
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