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Creamy Spring Pea Salad with Crispy Bacon

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A quick and easy salad combining sweet spring peas, crispy bacon, and a tangy creamy dressing, perfect for spring and summer sides or light lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 6–8 strips thick-cut bacon (about 150g or 5.3 oz)
  • 2 cups fresh or thawed frozen spring peas
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (120 ml)
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (60 g)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (mint or dill), chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds for topping

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Lay down 6-8 strips of thick-cut bacon. Cook for 4-6 minutes per side or until crispy but not burnt. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat. Once cool, crumble or chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Prepare the peas: If using fresh peas, blanch them in boiling water for 2 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp, then plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain well. If using frozen peas, thaw completely and drain excess water.
  3. Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Combine salad components: Add the peas, crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, and chopped fresh herbs to the dressing bowl. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Final seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning—add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed. Sprinkle toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds on top if using.
  6. Chill or serve immediately: Serve the salad straight away or chill in the fridge for 20-30 minutes to let flavors meld.

Notes

Save the bacon fat for roasting vegetables or adding flavor to other dishes. Cook bacon last if prepping ahead to keep it crispy. Be gentle when tossing to avoid breaking peas. Salad tastes great chilled or at room temperature. Store bacon separately to maintain crunch.

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