Three 'P' Salad
A simple, classic side salad combining the sweetness of peas, the crunch of peanuts, and the tangy bite of sweet pickles. The creamy mayonnaise dressing brings everything together for a quick and easy dish perfect for potlucks or a simple lunch.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 40 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 380 kcal
Allergen information: may contain eggs, mustard, and peanuts. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 300 gfrozen pea, thawed
- 75 groasted peanut, coarsely chopped
- 75 gsweet pickle, chopped
- 115 gmayonnaise
- 1 pinchsalt(optional)
- 1 pinchblack pepper, freshly ground(optional)
Equipment
spatula · mixing bowl · cutting board · knife
The method
Step by step
- 1
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the thawed peas, chopped peanuts, and chopped sweet pickles.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the peas are fully thawed and drained of any excess water to prevent a soggy salad.
- 2
Add the mayonnaise to the bowl with the other ingredients.
About 1 min
- 3
Gently stir everything together until all ingredients are evenly coated in the dressing.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Be careful not to crush the peas while mixing.
- 4
If using, season with salt and black pepper to your personal taste.
About 1 min
- 5
Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Chilling allows the flavors to meld together for a more delicious result.
- 6
Give the salad a final stir and serve it cold.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 379.9kcal
- Protein
- 9g
- Carbs
- 18.7g
- Fat
- 30.8g
- Fibre
- 5.7g
- Sugar
- 9.5g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
This salad is best served cold.
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