Description
A refreshing salad that combines fresh peas and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for picnics or quick lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh sweet peas
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: diced red onion or bell pepper
Instructions
- Combine the fresh sweet peas and cubed sharp cheddar cheese in a large bowl.
- Mix together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a separate small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the pea and cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
- Add diced red onion or bell pepper if desired for extra flavor and color.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
Notes
Use fresh peas for the best flavor and texture. Consider adding herbs or experimenting with different cheeses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg