Description
Experience the delightful taste of Irish Pea Salad, a vibrant dish that combines earthy green peas, crunchy sweet onions, and creamy Irish cheese. This refreshing salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a quick side dish for any meal. Tossed in a herbed yogurt mayo dressing, every bite bursts with flavor and nutrition. With its easy preparation and versatile serving options, this salad is sure to become a favorite at your gatherings. Whether enjoyed solo as a light lunch or alongside grilled meats, Irish Pea Salad brings a touch of Ireland to your table.
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 with cool water.
- Soak chopped onions in water for 15 minutes to reduce sharpness; drain well.
- Combine thawed peas and soaked onions with remaining salad ingredients in the mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix dressing ingredients until smooth; pour over the salad and gently fold to combine.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 255
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 75mg