Description
Irish Pea Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines earthy green peas with crunchy sweet onions, colorful sweet peppers, and creamy Irish cheese. This delightful salad features a unique herbed yogurt mayo dressing that adds a burst of flavor, making it perfect for picnics, potlucks, or family gatherings. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this dish not only brings a beautiful pop of color to your table but also packs a nutritious punch with fresh ingredients. Enjoy the balance of flavors and textures in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz frozen peas
- 1 cup chopped sweet onion
- 2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
- 2 mini sweet peppers, chopped
- 1 cup shredded Irish cheese (Dubliner or aged cheddar)
- 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 Tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon spicy brown mustard
- About 1 1/2 Tablespoons finely chopped mixed fresh tarragon, thyme, and basil leaves
Instructions
- Thaw the frozen peas in a large mixing bowl by adding cool water and stirring occasionally.
- Soak the chopped onions in water for 15 minutes; drain both peas and onions thoroughly.
- In the mixing bowl, combine thawed peas, drained onions, chopped eggs, minced peppers, and shredded cheese.
- In a separate bowl, mix dressing ingredients until well combined; pour over the salad mixture and fold gently.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg