Description
Irish Pea Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that brings together earthy green peas, crunchy sweet onions, and creamy Irish cheese for a delightful flavor experience. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a summer picnic or a family gathering, this salad stands out with its unique blend of textures and tastes. The combination of fresh herbs and a creamy dressing elevates the simplicity of the ingredients, making it both satisfying and nutritious. With just 35 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up this easy-to-make salad that will impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz frozen peas
- 1 cup chopped sweet onion
- 2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
- 2–4 mini sweet peppers, chopped
- 1 cup shredded Irish cheese (such as Dubliner)
- 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
- Fresh herbs (tarragon, thyme, basil)
Instructions
- Thaw the frozen peas by pouring them into a mixing bowl and adding cool water. Stir occasionally.
- Soak chopped sweet onions in water for 15 minutes; then drain both the peas and onions using a strainer.
- In a large bowl, combine the drained peas, onions, chopped hard-boiled eggs, sweet peppers, and shredded Irish cheese.
- In another bowl, mix the dressing ingredients until well combined. Pour over the salad mixture and gently fold to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg