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Creamy Pea Salad

Name: Creamy Pea Salad with Bacon and Cheddar
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup salad dressing (Miracle Whip style); 1/4 cup sour cream; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 16 oz frozen peas; 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped; 8 oz cheddar cheese, cubed; 1/4 cup red onion, diced; 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

This creamy pea salad combines frozen peas, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and hard-boiled eggs in a tangy Miracle Whip and sour cream dressing. It's a no-cook side dish that comes together in minutes and feeds a crowd.

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Total

45 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$19–$31

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Ingredients

1/2 cup salad dressing (Miracle Whip style)
1/4 cup sour cream
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
16 oz frozen peas
3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
8 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
1/4 cup red onion, diced
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

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Instructions

1
In a large bowl, combine the salad dressing, sour cream, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
2
Add the frozen peas to the bowl and fold gently to coat them in the dressing.
3
Add the chopped hard-boiled eggs, cubed cheddar cheese, diced red onion, and crumbled bacon.
4
Gently fold all ingredients together until everything is evenly combined.
5
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Thaw frozen peas slightly before mixing so they're cold but don't water down the dressing.
Chop hard-boiled eggs into uniform bite-sized pieces to ensure even distribution throughout the salad.
Mix the dressing (Miracle Whip and sour cream) separately before folding in ingredients to avoid overmixing and damaging delicate components.
Cook bacon until crispy and crumble into small pieces just before serving to maintain texture; add after other ingredients if preparing ahead.

Substitutions

Miracle Whip → Mayonnaise (tanginess will be reduced; add 1 tablespoon vinegar if desired)
Sour cream → Plain Greek yogurt (lighter version with similar creaminess)
Cheddar cheese → Swiss or Gruyère (sharper, nuttier flavor)
Red onion → White onion or shallots (milder onion flavor)

Storage & make-ahead

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Add bacon just before serving to keep it crispy. This salad does not freeze well.

Common Questions

Can I make creamy pea salad ahead of time?

Yes, this salad can be prepared up to 24 hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator. The flavors actually deepen when made a day early.

Can I use fresh peas instead of frozen?

Fresh peas can be used but should be blanched for 2-3 minutes then chilled before adding to the salad. Frozen peas are more convenient and work equally well.

What can I substitute for Miracle Whip?

Mayonnaise works as a direct substitute, though the flavor will be slightly less tangy. Greek yogurt mixed with a tablespoon of vinegar is a lighter alternative.