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Green Pea and Cheddar Salad - A classic side dish made with only a handful of simple plant-based ingredients! #veganpotluck #veganeasterrecipes #plantbasedsidedish #thiswifecooksrecipes #easyveganrecipes #veganbrunchrecipes #veganpeasalad #veganbbqside

Green Pea and Cheddar Salad Recipe

An easy and classic side dish with simple ingredients!
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southern
Keyword: Easter, make-ahead, potluck, Southern, vegetarian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8
Calories: 248kcal
Author: Holly Gray

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cups mayonnaise
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 cups frozen green peas thawed
  • 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese cut into small-size cubes

Instructions

For the Dressing:

  • In a small mixing bowl combine the mayonnaise, salt, and ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Putting it together:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the peas and all of the dressing. Toss until the peas are fully coated.
  • Gently stir in the red onions and cheddar cheese.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Calories: 248kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 360mg | Potassium: 208mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 709IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 122mg | Iron: 1mg
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