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Low-Carb Pea Salad Recipe

Low-carb Pea Salad Recipe

This Low-Carb Pea Salad is a creamy, crunchy, and flavorful side dish perfect for any meal. Made with crisp peas, smoky bacon, and a tangy dressing, it’s a fresh and satisfying twist on a classic. Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or a quick lunch!
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Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Calories: 230kcal
Author: Jacob Allen
Servings: 12

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Salad

  • 2 cups frozen peas thawed — cool, sweet base
  • ½ cup chopped bacon
  • ¼ cup diced red onion
  • ¼ cup shredded cheddar

For the Dressing

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Thaw the Peas
    Let the peas sit at room temperature until they’re no longer icy.
  • Pat Them Dry
    Spread them on a towel so the dressing sticks better.
  • Prep the Vegetables
    Chop the onions small enough so they blend into each bite.
  • Cook or Warm the Bacon
    If I’m using fresh bacon, I cook it until crisp and let it cool.
    Cook or Warm the Bacon
  • Make the Dressing
    In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Combine Everything
    add the peas, onions, cheddar, and bacon to the bowl.
    Combine Everything
  • Mix Gently
    fold the salad instead of stirring hard so the peas stay whole.
  • Chill Before Serving
    A short rest in the fridge helps all the flavors settle in.
    Chill Before Serving
  • Serving Step
    Serve it cool, sometimes with a sprinkle of extra bacon or a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
    Chill Before Serving

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 210mg | Potassium: 173mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 440IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 156mg | Iron: 0.6mg