Description
Creamy pea and cheese delight salad brings Mediterranean charm to summer dining. Fresh ingredients blend seamlessly, offering cool comfort with zesty undertones that invite you to savor each refreshing bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) shelled fresh peas or 2 packages (16 ounces or 454 grams each) frozen peas, thawed and well drained
- ½ medium yellow bell pepper, finely chopped (about ½ cup total)
- 1 tablespoon finely diced red onion
- 2 teaspoons diced pimentos
Cheese and Dairy:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) plain Greek style yogurt
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) mayonnaise
- ¼ cup (30 grams) shredded Cheddar cheese
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon seasoned salt (such as Lawry’s brand)
- ½ teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Craft a creamy foundation by whisking mayonnaise, yogurt, apple cider vinegar, dried basil, sugar, garlic powder, seasoned salt, and black pepper in a spacious mixing vessel until a silky, uniform dressing emerges.
- Enhance the dressing with vibrant ingredients: incorporate finely diced yellow bell pepper, shredded Cheddar cheese, minced red onion, and diced pimentos, stirring thoroughly to ensure each morsel is generously coated.
- Delicately introduce frozen peas into the mixture, gently folding to preserve their integrity while distributing them evenly throughout the salad.
- Seal the bowl with a tight-fitting lid or plastic wrap, then transfer to the refrigerator for a minimum of four hours, allowing the flavors to harmonize and intensify.
- Prior to serving, give the salad a gentle stir to redistribute the dressing and revive the ingredients’ vibrancy, ensuring a consistent and delightful taste experience.
Notes
- Chilling is crucial for flavor development, giving the salad a richer taste profile.
- Gentle folding prevents crushing delicate peas, maintaining their perfect texture.
- Use fresh, crisp vegetables to enhance the overall crunch and visual appeal.
- Customize the dressing by adjusting spices to match your personal taste preferences.
- Serve cold as a refreshing side dish or light summer meal that impresses guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg