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Sweet Pea and Noodle Salad

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"This quick and easy salad is good to take to gatherings or just eat for a quick lunch. Use whatever pasta shape you have on hand." — Boo

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Original recipe makes 8 servings Change Servings

12 ounces rotelle pasta
1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas
1 onion, chopped

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 dash hot pepper sauce

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Directions

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
In a mixing bowl, combine the pasta, peas, onions, mayonnaise and dash of hot sauce. Mix well and chill before serving.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 15 mins
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This is a good basic recipe but I can't give it more than 4 stars because rinsing the pasta is a NO NO! The starch is needed to help the sauce stick to the pasta. I used whole wheat rotella pasta and I added 1 pound of homemade bacon bits (cut 1 lb of bacon up and fry it into bits), and used a can of drained sweet peas and a few dashes of some vidalia onion vinaigrette. Make sure the onions are chopped very very small. It's great hot or cold and just the ticket when someone asks you to bring a side dish to a party.

—Sadie

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May 10, 2012

waaaayyy too much onion

—Jenifer

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May 11, 2009

Okay, I don't think anyone is seriously going to think you're supposed to put flowers in this pasta salad. The ingredients even call for frozen green peas. Also, there's no problem with rinsing the pasta- it will help cool the noodles down faster so you can eat the salad right away if you want, and I've never had a problem with mayo not sticking to rinsed noodles. That all being said, this pasta salad is very yummy and easy. You can add anything you want to it, like tuna, olives, grapes, chicken, little tomatoes, cucumber... and it always turns out good! Low fat mayo works well also.

—The Bunny Chef

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Nov 02, 2009

I picked this recipe because it incorporated what I had on hand and seemed like it would be pretty quick and easy to make. I added 1/2 a pound of bacon per another user's suggestion, and used a lot less onion as my onion was very strong and I didn't want it to overpower. I also added some red pepper flakes, some cajun spices, and salt and pepper. Turned out great, especially for being a last minute recipe and using what I had on hand. I'll make it again! :)

—Raye of Sunshine

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Nov 30, 2008

I made this as a side dish for Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone loved it. I will certainly make it again.

—pkinder

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Oct 27, 2008

Safety concern: This recipe uses the name Sweet Pea however true sweet peas are very poisonous. The pea used for this recipe should be green (English)peas (the vegetable) Cute name but it may be misunderstood. Otherwise good recipe.

—martha

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Jun 01, 2011

Quick and easy salad - family loved it and it kept well in the refrigerator for a few days. Thanks Boo for the recipe. It will work well for packed lunches this summer.

—Molly

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Aug 02, 2010

I love how easy this was and it actually has good flavor as is. I am going to take others suggestions and use some bacon bits on top before serving. I used bow tie pasta because I think it makes for a better presentation. How cute this would be with some chopped red pepper for a holiday look.

—ann1967

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Nutrition

Calories
282 kcal
14%

Carbohydrates
37.2 g
12%

Cholesterol
5 mg
2%

Fat
12 g
19%

Fiber
3.2 g
13%

Protein
7.7 g
15%

Sodium
124 mg
5%

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

Nutritional Information

Sweet Pea and Noodle Salad

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 282
Calories from Fat: 108

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g 19 %
Saturated Fat 1.9g 9 %
Cholesterol 5mg 2 %
Sodium 124mg 5 %
Potassium 153mg 4 %
Total Carbohydrates 37.2g 12 %
Dietary Fiber 3.2g 13 %
Protein 7.7g 15 %
Sugars 4g
Vitamin A 15 %
Vitamin C 13 %
Calcium 3 %
Iron 18 %
** Thiamin 10 %
Niacin 26 %
Vitamin B6 12 %
Magnesium 11 %
Folate 59 %

* 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.