Pea Salad
I never liked green peas as a kid. But as my adult taste buds matured, I learned to enjoy if they are packed with lots of bright lemon and fresh herbs, like dill and mint. It’s worth dragging out the blender to make the delicious creamy pea dressing, but what really makes this vegetarian Pea Salad is the feta cheese, so don’t leave it out! Bonus, peas are high in protein! One half cup serving of this side dish has 5 grams protein! For more pea recipes, try this Spring Pea Soup recipe. It’s so good! And if you want something without peas, try this broccoli salad instead.
What is pea salad made of?
Peas: Frozen petite peas or fresh, shelled peas will work. Salt and Black Pepper season the salad dressing. Herbs: Dill and mint add freshness and enhance the flavors of this side dish. Greek Yogurt: This healthy pea salad with no mayo uses nonfat Greek yogurt as a more nutritious alternative. Lemon adds brightness and acidity to the salad. You’ll need the zest and juice. Shallot: Mince half of a shallot for a mild onion flavor. Olive Oil balances out the acidity and tanginess of the dressing. Feta: Sprinkle this green pea salad with crumbled feta cheese, which elevates the salad. Radish: Add thinly sliced radish on top for garnish and pretty color.
How to Make Pea Salad
Variations
Herbs: Try this healthy pea salad with basil or tarragon. Yogurt: Substitute Greek yogurt with mayonnaise if you are dairy-free. Peas: Use frozen or fresh peas. Canned peas are not recommended. Shallots: Swap for red onion or green onions Make it a pasta salad, just add macaroni!
What to Serve with Pea Salad
I love this recipe for pea salad, it’s the perfect side dish for a spring dinner party or Easter lunch. Below are some main dish ideas to serve with it.
Easter Lunch: Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs, Frenched Rack of Lamb, Crustless Quiche Lorraine Proteins: Spiral Ham, Baked Salmon, Grilled Chicken, Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin Starch: Roasted Baby Potatoes, Asparagus Risotto
How long is pea salad good for in the fridge?
Store leftovers up to 4 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
More Pea Recipes You’ll Love
Instant Pot Risotto with Prosciutto, Peas, and Herbs Pesto Pasta Salad with Arugula, Asparagus, and Peas Baked Rice and Peas Creamy Orzo with Asparagus and Peas 30-Minute Shrimp, Peas, and Rice
