Creamy Green Pea Salad with Bacon
Creamy Green Pea Salad with Bacon is one of our favorite spring and summertime side dishes. Crisp green peas are a staple around our house, whether we grow our own or raid our mom’s garden! But even on the years we don’t plant peas, we love to make this vibrant, crisp and creamy pea salad. The dish just adds the right amount of color and flavor to so many summer meals. It’s easy, low carb, completely gluten free and so yummy! Make this creamy, green pea salad for your next patio picnic, spring luncheon or neighborhood potluck supper.
Suggestions for Pea Salad
To make this salad a bit more healthy, you can substitute Greek Yogurt for the mayo in the sauce.If you like the flavor of Miracle Whip instead, swap that for the mayo too.Add a little extra vinegar to give the sauce a bit more zing.Another sauce option is to use Ranch or Italian dressing. It won’t be as creamy but it’s really delicious!Use turkey bacon instead of regular bacon if you wish.If you want to use less cheese, you can shred the cheese instead of using chunks. That’ll make it go further too!
Additional Mix-in Ideas
I have seen this recipe made about a dozen different ways at least. Everyone seems to have a preference with their pea salad. Some just like it creamy, some like it to have some crunch. It really just depends on your taste. Personally, I just like it how it is. “If it ain’t broke.. ” ya know? Anyway, for those of you who want to add a little something more, here are some common mix-in ideas:
boiled eggdiced hampeanutscashewssmoked almondsgreen onionchopped red onionchopped mintpickleswater chestnuts
More Tasty Salads
For more scrumptious side dish recipes for your next barbecue or potluck, try some of these amazing salad recipes:
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How to Make Creamy Green Pea Salad with Bacon
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