Creamy Pea Salad
A cold and creamy pea salad that combines sweet peas with tangy dressing and fresh dill, perfect for summer cookouts and potlucks.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Thaw the frozen peas by placing them in a colander under cold running water, then drain well.
- In a large bowl combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add the drained peas, chopped red onion, and fresh dill to the dressing and stir until evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, give the salad a quick stir and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
This salad can be made ahead by mixing dressing and chopping onion and dill a day in advance. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Avoid freezing as the texture of peas can become mealy.