Bacon Pea Salad

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Peas, bacon, cheese, onions, celery, and mayo dressing are tossed together and chilled in this great summer salad.

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

  • 4 slices bacon

  • ¾ cup mayonnaise

  • 1 tablespoon honey

  • 1 tablespoon white sugar

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 (20 ounce) package fresh green peas

  • 2 stalks celery, chopped

  • ½ cup cubed Cheddar cheese

  • cup chopped onion

Directions

  1. Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble. Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon grease.

  2. Whisk mayonnaise, reserved bacon grease, honey, sugar, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until dressing is smooth.

  3. Mix bacon, peas, celery, Cheddar cheese, and onion together in a bowl. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

281 Calories
21g Fat
16g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 281
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21g 27%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 22mg 7%
Sodium 304mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate 16g 6%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 8g 16%
Vitamin C 29mg 32%
Calcium 85mg 7%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 244mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.