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The Spruce / Ana-Maria Stanciu
This green pea salad is as pretty as it is flavorful, with bright green peas, shredded carrots, red bell pepper, red onion, and celery. Use a combination of red, yellow, and orange bell pepper for even more color.
Serve this salad with any summer meal or cookout, or take it along to a potluck event or picnic.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh or frozen green peas
- 1 small carrot, shredded
- 1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 red onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup light or regular ranch-style dressing
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 teaspoon dried leaf oregano
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Steps to Make It
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Gather the ingredients.
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Steam the peas on the stovetop or microwave oven following the package instructions.
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Put them in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
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In a large bowl, combine the cooked cooled peas with the bell pepper, onion, and celery.
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In a small bowl, combine the ranch-style dressing, mayonnaise, and seasonings.
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Stir the dressing mixture into the vegetables and stir until well coated.
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Chill the salad for at least 2 hours before serving.
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Tip
- Make this a few hours in advance and chill thoroughly for best flavor.
Recipe Variations
The salad ingredients are adaptable as well.
- Add some diced cooked bacon to the salad for a smoky flavor
- Make it with about 1/2 cup of shredded mild or sharp cheddar cheese
- Chopped hard-boiled eggs are a popular addition to many kinds of salads, and would be excellent in this one. Chop or slice one or two hard-boiled eggs; stir into the salad or use as a garnish.
- For extra herb flavor, a teaspoon of chopped fresh dill or chives to the dressing mixture if you'd like.