Description
Irish Pea Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that effortlessly combines the earthiness of green peas, the sweetness of crunchy onions, and the richness of creamy Irish cheese. Tossed in a delectable herbed yogurt mayo dressing, this salad is perfect for any occasion—be it a picnic, potluck, or family gathering. With its bright colors and delightful flavors, it’s sure to be a hit with your guests. Best of all, it takes only 35 minutes to prepare!
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
- Fresh herbs (tarragon, thyme, basil)
Instructions
- Thaw peas in a large mixing bowl with cool water while preparing other ingredients.
- Soak chopped onion in water for 15 minutes to mellow the flavor; drain.
- Combine drained peas, soaked onions, eggs, peppers, and cheese in a mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix dressing ingredients until smooth; pour over salad and gently fold to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg