Description
This tangy-sweet salad blends thawed peas, crispy turkey bacon, and sharp cheddar in a zesty sour cream dressing. A quick, crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for potlucks, with a balanced mix of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
12 slices turkey bacon, diced
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
4 cups frozen peas, thawed
1/3 cup red onion, diced
3/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
Instructions
Cook diced turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp
Transfer bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain
Whisk sour cream, mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl
Stir in thawed peas, diced red onion, cubed cheddar cheese, and cooled bacon
Chill for 1 hour before serving to meld flavors
Notes
Soak red onion in cold water for 10 minutes to reduce sharpness
Use full-fat sour cream/mayonnaise for optimal texture
Adjust seasoning after chilling, as flavors intensify
Store in airtight containers for up to 24 hours before serving
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stirring
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 55mg