Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Irish Pea Salad, a fresh and vibrant dish that combines earthy green peas, crunchy sweet onions, colorful sweet peppers, and creamy Irish cheese. Dressed in a herbed yogurt mayo that adds a refreshing twist, this salad is perfect for any occasion—from casual picnics to festive gatherings. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious and versatile salad that everyone will love. Serve it as a side dish alongside grilled meats or enjoy it on its own as a light meal. With its combination of textures and tastes, Irish Pea Salad is sure to impress your guests while keeping your meal healthy and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz frozen peas
- 1 cup chopped sweet onion
- 2 hard-cooked eggs
- 2–4 mini sweet peppers
- 1 cup shredded Irish cheese (like 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
- About 1 1/2 Tablespoons finely chopped mixed fresh tarragon, thyme and basil leaves
Instructions
- Thaw the frozen peas by soaking them in cool water.
- Soak the chopped onion in water for 15 minutes to mellow the flavor.
- Drain both peas and onions well.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained peas, onions, chopped eggs, mini sweet peppers, and shredded cheese.
- For the dressing, mix mayonnaise, yogurt, relish, sugar, salt, mustard, and fresh herbs until smooth; then fold it into the salad mixture.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg