My Irish neighbor shared this neighbor. We don’t even love peas, but this was great!

This Irish Pea Salad is a refreshing and vibrant side dish that brings together the sweetness of peas with crunchy vegetables and creamy, tangy dressing. It’s incredibly easy to make and perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a light accompaniment to any meal.

Irish Pea Salad

Ingredients:

1. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the 4 cups thawed frozen peas, 1 cup diced cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup chopped celery, 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper, and 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion.
2. Prepare Dressing: In a small separate bowl, whisk together the 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
3. Dress the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the pea and vegetable mixture in the large bowl. Gently toss everything to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing.
4. Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. This chilling time is essential for allowing the flavors to meld together and for the salad to become well-chilled.
5. Serve: Give the salad a gentle stir before serving to redistribute the ingredients and dressing.

Enjoy your fresh and flavorful Irish Pea Salad!