This pea salad recipe includes one extra ingredient that transforms it into the creamiest, most satisfying side dish ever!
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A sweet pea salad full of flavor!
Want to transform your old fashioned pea salad into the kind of side or potluck dish that will have everyone fighting for second helpings? The secret is adding one ingredient that I bet you already have in your fridge — eggs!
Egg salad and pea salad are both classics, all on their own. And combining the creamy richness of eggs with the fresh, sweet burst of green peas makes this dish the best of both worlds!
If you’re looking for a dish that’s easy, simple, and filled with comforting Southern flavor, this is the one.
Pea salad with eggs is perfect for potlucks, as a tasty side, or even as a meal-prep lunch for the week!
Old Fashioned pea salad ingredients
- Frozen peas
- Sour cream
- Mayonnaise
- Bacon
- Eggs
- Red onion
- Apple cider vinegar
- Cheddar cheese — cubed
- Sugar
- Salt and pepper
How to Make Pea Salad with Eggs
A full printable version of this recipe with ingredient measurements is available at the bottom of this post.
STEP ONE: Thaw out the frozen peas.
STEP TWO: Cook the bacon until crispy. Lay on a paper towel to soak up any excess grease until cooled, then chop into small pieces.
STEP THREE: Fill a pot with cold water, place the eggs inside, and bring to a boil. Once the water is boiling, cover with a lid and remove the pot from the heat.
STEP FOUR: Allow to sit for 10 minutes, then drain the hot water and fill the pot with ice cubes and cold water. Allow the eggs to sit in the cold bath for 5 minutes.
STEP FIVE: Tap the ends of the egg and peel the shells, then chop and add to a large bowl.
STEP SIX: Cube the cheddar cheese and chop the onion.
STEP SEVEN: In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and salt and pepper.
STEP EIGHT: In the large bowl with the chopped egg, add the peas, bacon, red onion, and cheddar cheese.
STEP NINE: Pour the dressing over the ingredients, stir gently to coat, and serve.
Tips for Making the Best Pea Salad with Egg
- Let the bacon fully cool before chopping to make sure it fully crisps up.
- Don’t skip the ice bath for your hard-boiled eggs, or you risk them overcooking, and they’re harder to peel.
- If you want a few egg slices to garnish your salad, leave an egg or two out when chopping, then slice and add before serving.
- Stir the pea egg salad gently after adding the dressing to avoid breaking up the chopped egg too much.
- Chill the pea salad with eggs and mayo before serving to let the flavors deepen even more.
More Hard-Boiled Egg Recipes
- Deviled Eggs Without Mayo
- Hard Boiled Eggs (Air Fryer Recipe)
- Jalapeno Deviled Eggs
- Million Dollar Deviled Eggs
Variations for Pea Salad Recipes with Eggs
- For softer eggs in your pea salad, reduce the cooking time by a few minutes.
- Feel free to experiment with other cheeses like feta or mozzarella for a little twist.
- For even more crunch, throw in some diced celery or bell peppers.
- Add some fresh herb goodness with fresh dill, chives, or even cilantro.
- Swap the mayonnaise for Greek yogurt for a lighter version of green pea salad.
What is English Pea Salad?
English pea salad, also called old fashioned pea salad, is a simple dish that includes peas in a creamy dressing. Most versions add other ingredients like cheese, bacon or ham, and red onion.
The name comes from using English peas, but this is a traditional Southern recipe.
Can You Use Canned Peas in Sweet Pea Salad?
If you don’t have any frozen peas on hand, canned peas will work for this recipe in a pinch. Just keep in mind that they’ll have a softer texture in the salad.
What to Serve with Pea Salad with Egg
Sweet pea salad is a delicious side to serve with hearty main courses like Parmesan Crusted Chicken, Tri Tip, Flank Steak, or Pork Tenderloin.
You could also serve it for lunch alongside an easy recipe like a Chicken Caesar Wrap or Turkey Avocado Sandwich.
More Potluck-Friendly Salad Recipes
- Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
- Easy Egg Salad
- Broccoli Crunch Salad
- Homemade Coleslaw
- Cucumber Salad
- Instant Pot Potato Salad
- Quinoa Chickpea Salad
Pea Salad With Eggs
Ingredients
- 3 cups frozen peas thawed
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 8 bacon slices
- 2 hard boiled eggs
- 1/4 cup red onion chopped
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese cubed
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thaw the frozen peas by running them under cold water.
- Cook the bacon until it is crispy. Lay on a paper towel to soak up any excess grease. Once they are cooled, chop them into small pieces.
- Fill a pot with cold water, place the eggs inside, and bring to a boil.
- Once the water is boiling, cover with a lid and remove the pot from the heat. Allow to sit for 10 minutes for hard boiled eggs.
- Drain the hot water and fill the pot with ice cubes and cold water. Allow the eggs to sit in the cold bath for 5 minutes.
- When they are ready to be peeled, tap the ends of the egg and begin to peel the shells from the eggs. Slice and chop the eggs.
- Cube the cheddar cheese and chop the onion.
- In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar and salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, place the peas, bacon, eggs, red onion, and cheddar cheese.
- Pour the dressing over the ingredients.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
This nutrition information is based on the exact products I used in this recipe. Brands and sizes of products could alter exact nutrition and should always be calculated independently.
