Classic Southern Pea Salad with Cheddar and Creamy Dressing
This creamy Southern pea salad bursts with flavors of the South, blending tender fresh or frozen peas with sharp cheddar cheese, smooth mayonnaise, and tangy sour cream. Its' quick and simple preparation, with a unique combination of ingredients, creates a delightful summer salad that captures the essence of a Southern potluck. Refrigerating overnight brings all the flavors together.
Ingredients
- 3 cups peas (about 1 lb, fresh or frozen)
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (cut into small cubes)
- 1 onion (small, about ½ cup diced)
- ½ cup roasted red peppers (4 ounces, drained and diced)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon hot paprika
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon hot sauce
Instructions
- Finely chop the onion and cut the cheese into cubes about the same size as the peas. Chop and drain the roasted peppers.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, pepper and hot sauce.
- Add the onions and roasted peppers to the sour cream mixture and stir until combined.
- Fold in the cheese and peas until evenly coated.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight or for at least an hour.
Barbara's Notes + Tips
- You can use fresh or frozen peas.
- Do NOT use canned peas.
- If using frozen peas, you don't need to thaw them.
- Try to refrigerate for at least an hour, overnight is even better.
Nutrition
Calories: 389kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 650mg | Potassium: 292mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1210IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 317mg | Iron: 1mg
