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This image shows a white bowl filled with a low-carb pea salad, featuring a creamy dressing that evenly coats the peas, bacon, and cheese, garnished with extra toppings for a delicious presentation, ready to be served as a side dish.

Low-Carb Pea Salad Recipe

This creamy and flavorful low-carb pea salad combines crisp peas, savory bacon, and sharp cheddar in a tangy sour cream dressing, creating a delightful side dish perfect for any occasion. It's quick to prepare, low in carbs, and irresistibly delicious.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 12 people
Calories 196 kcal

Equipment

  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowls (small and large)
  • Airtight container for storage
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Whisk or fork

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup Sour Cream
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar or white vinegar
  • ¼ cup Red Onion Finely Sliced
  • 1½ cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 8 slices of Bacon Cooked and chopped
  • 2 cups Cauliflower chopped into small florets
  • 2 cups Frozen Peas thawed
  • 2 tbsp Mayonnaise

Instructions
 

  • Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl until smooth, then set the dressing aside.
    This image shows a creamy dressing being prepared in a mixing bowl with a whisk, combining ingredients for a flavorful base to coat the pea salad.
  • In a larger bowl, add peas, cheddar cheese, bacon, and other desired mix-ins.
    This image shows fresh peas and other ingredients, such as bacon and cheese, being added to a large mixing bowl as the base of the low-carb pea salad.
  • Gently fold the ingredients together to ensure an even mix.
    This image shows ingredients like peas, bacon, and cheese being gently folded together in a large mixing bowl to ensure even distribution.
  • Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients.
    This image shows a creamy dressing being poured over the folded pea salad mixture in a bowl, preparing it for tossing.
  • Carefully toss everything until the dressing evenly coats the peas and mix-ins.
    This image shows the pea salad being carefully tossed with a spoon until the creamy dressing evenly coats all the peas and mix-ins for a flavorful result.
  • Sprinkle extra cheese or bacon on top for garnish if desired.
    This image shows the low-carb pea salad garnished with extra shredded cheese and crispy bacon pieces, adding a decorative and tasty finishing touch.
  • Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
    This image shows the prepared low-carb pea salad served in a white bowl, ready to be enjoyed, or stored in the refrigerator for later use.

Notes

  • Use fresh or thawed frozen peas for the best texture.
  • Adjust the vinegar and mayonnaise ratio to suit your taste.