Crunchy Pea Salad Recipe
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Crunchy Pea Salad

By: Barbara Kopfmann 
"Radishes and water chestnuts put the crunch in this appealing salad that's draped in a light mayonnaise dressing. Barbara Kopfmann of West Bend, Wisconsin shares the recipe."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.6 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (19)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
  • 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
  • 1/4 cup diced radishes
  • 1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper
  • 1/3 cup diced red onion
  • 1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon dill weed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds

Directions

  1. In a large serving bowl, combine the peas, water chestnuts, radishes, red pepper and onion. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over vegetables and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Footnotes

  • Nutritional Analysis: 2/3 cup equals 120 calories, 3 g fat (trace saturated fat), 4 mg cholesterol, 358 mg sodium, 19 g carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 5 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on May 11, 2009 by JLILLY19   view full review
I make this all the time. It is so very easy and its popular at get-togethers. I've never put...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on May 19, 2009 by deb   view full review
If you want a bit more kick to this recipe, try adding 1 tsp of dijon mustard, and at least...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 1, 2010 by hotdiggitydogs   view full review
Great change of pace for cold summer salads! I didn't have radishes so I substituted carrots....
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on May 25, 2010 by Cindy K.   view full review
This recipe is excellent. I will be making this from now on. Healthy too. I followed the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 26, 2010 by Emily Tisdale Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Was looking for a basic Pea Salad recipe I could tweak for hubby's and my diet. This one...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 26, 2008 by Julie   view full review
Delicious! I added a little vinegar to the mayo mixture just for personal preference.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 23, 2011 by blauenaffe   view full review
I didn't have any water chestnuts on hand. I used walla walla onion instead of red, and I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 12, 2009 by pookie's mom   view full review
Great combination of flavors and crunchiness. A nice change of pace from the usual salad...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on May 6, 2010 by nat   view full review
A great side dish! Better than the same 'ol potato salad for a cold dish. I will make this...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2009 by Darcey55   view full review
Very tasty! I didn't add radishes, and I used reduced-calorie mayonnaise. It was great in...

 

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