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Carmel's Crunchy Pea Salad

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"This salad is great for summer meals - especially barbeques!" — Dee

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8 slices bacon
1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed and drained
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green onions

2/3 cup sour cream
1 cup chopped cashews
salt and pepper to taste

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Directions

Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine peas, celery, scallions and sour cream. Toss gently to mix.
Just before serving, stir in cashews and bacon into salad. Season with salt and pepper.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 15 mins
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Cannot wait to make this again and again over the summer. In order to decrease the fat I used water chestnust instead of the cashews, and half bacon/half Morningstar Farm veggie bacon...no one at the table suspected a thing! Then, when I opened my new container of sour cream...it was spoiled and I had to substitute. I used what sour cream I had left in the fridge with equal parts nonfat plain yogurt and ranch dressing, mixed in a little sugar to take the edge off the yogurt. I would do the same next time, healthier too!

—Wyattdogster

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jul 04, 2011

I followed the recipe and, as written, this seemed pretty average to me. After letting it sit overnight I made a couple of ammendments to it which helped. I started by adding cubed cheddar cheese and fresh dill. Then I added in some ranch dressing and mixed it together to cut the heavy sour cream taste and make the texture a little lighter and smoother. Luckily, I did not add the cashews to the salad bowl, leaving them on the side for people to add as they wish, so I didn't have to deal with soggy cashews. After making those changes, it's better and still not one I'll probably repeat.

—Dutchgirl

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Jul 23, 2003

Delicious salad, Dee! I like to cut down on fat where I can so I omitted the cashews and added chopped waterchestnuts. To cut the pungency of the dressing, I added 2T mayo to the sour cream. On occasion I have added 2t of dry ranch dressing mix also.The bacon to green onion ratio makes this salad a big hit in our family. Thanks for sharing.

—MAGGIE MCGUIRE

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Mar 27, 2003

I really liked the cruncy difference but I changed it just a bit; I added half sour cream and half Ranch Dressing and it gave it a better taste.

—GLENDA GILLIAM

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Oct 24, 2003

This was the greatest tasting recipe for pea salad that I have ever found! I made this for Thanksgiving dinner and it was a great hit! Only problem was that it disappeared too quickly. Next time I will double the recipe. A sure-fired hit with my family.

—DOTTIE_AR

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Aug 28, 2003

This was a big hit at a party I had. I also added the 1/2 package of Ranch Dressing for seasoning. I would definitely make again!

—LESLIERIDLE

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Aug 22, 2006

Absolutely delicious. I don't usually add the cashews, I throw a can of French Fried Onions on top. I also add a bit of mayo to the sour cream, as suggested by a previous reviewer, along with a bit of dry ranch dressing mix. Love this stuff... it's a family favorite! Thanks, Dee.

—~TAYLOR~

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Nov 19, 2003

OUTSTANDING. WE HAVE A FAVORITE RESTAURANT THAT SERVES PEA SALAD REGULARLY AS A SIDE AND IT'S VERY GOOD BUT THIS TOPS THAT ONE FOR SURE. I USED KNUDSEN LIGHT SOUR CREAM WHICH IS ONLY 35 CALORIES FOR 2 TABLESPOONS AND IT'S GREAT SO IT CUTS THE CALS ALOT. I USED CRUSHED WALNUTS BECAUSE IT'S ALL I HAD AND IT WAS FINE BUT I THINK YOU COULD ELIMINATE THE NUTS ALTOGETHER AND IT WOULD STILL BE GREAT BECAUSE YOU GET LOTS OF CRUNCH FROM THE CELERY.

—EM4BERN

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Nutrition

Calories
292 kcal
15%

Carbohydrates
16.1 g
5%

Cholesterol
25 mg
8%

Fat
21.2 g
33%

Fiber
3 g
12%

Protein
11.5 g
23%

Sodium
503 mg
20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Carmel's Crunchy Pea Salad

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 292
Calories from Fat: 191

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.2g 33 %
Saturated Fat 7.1g 36 %
Cholesterol 25mg 8 %
Sodium 503mg 20 %
Potassium 354mg 10 %
Total Carbohydrates 16.1g 5 %
Dietary Fiber 3g 12 %
Protein 11.5g 23 %
Sugars 4.1g
Vitamin A 25 %
Vitamin C 18 %
Calcium 8 %
Iron 24 %
Thiamin 27 %
Niacin 35 %
Vitamin B6 11 %
Magnesium 29 %
Folate 29 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.