Perfect Pea Salad

Submitted by mandabears

"Mr. Food recipe from Simple Southern Favorites. I made this for a quick lunch when a neighbor stopped by and it was huge hit. Easy and wonderful like most of his recipes. Can be used as a salad, sandwich filling or as a spread."

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 3-4

ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1⁄2 cup mayonnaise, I use Kraft Light
• 15 ounces peas, drained
• 3 hard-boiled eggs, finely chopped
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon ground black pepper

directions

1. In a small saucepan melt the butter over medium low heat.
2. Add the mayonnaise and peas and toss quickly to coat.
3. Remove from heat.
4. Transfer to a medium sized bowl and add all remaining ingredients.
5. Mix until well combined.
6. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours.

Reviews

[Cilantro in Canada]

I like this salad so much that I have made it a few times already. It is easy to prepare. I used Miracle Whip light and frozen peas, but otherwise followed the recipe exactly. Thanks for such a great side dish.