Description
Irish Pea Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of spring. This easy-to-make salad is a delightful combination of sweet peas, crunchy onions, colorful mini peppers, and creamy Irish cheese, all tossed in a herbed yogurt mayo dressing that elevates its flavor profile. Whether you’re hosting a picnic, attending a potluck, or enjoying a casual family dinner, this salad is sure to impress. Not only does it look beautiful on the table, but it’s also packed with nutritious ingredients that make it a satisfying and healthy choice. Serve it as a side with grilled meats or enjoy it as a standalone lunch for meal prep success.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz frozen peas
- 1 cup sweet onion, chopped
- 2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
- 2–4 mini sweet peppers, chopped
- 1 cup shredded Irish cheese (like Dubliner)
- 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- Fresh herbs (tarragon, thyme, basil)
Instructions
- Thaw the frozen peas in cool water in a large mixing bowl.
- Soak the chopped onion in water for 15 minutes to mellow its flavor; drain both peas and onions.
- In the large bowl, combine drained peas and onions with chopped eggs, peppers, and cheese.
- In a separate small bowl, mix together dressing ingredients until smooth; pour over the salad mixture.
- Gently fold to combine and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 90mg