Vegan Green Pea Salad With Cheddar Cheese (No Mayo)
Vegan Green Pea Salad With Cheddar Cheese is a quick and creamy plant-based side dish made without mayo and packed with fresh flavor. This easy recipe combines tender green peas, dairy-free cheddar, and creamy ranch dressing for a simple salad perfect for meal prep, lunches, or weeknight dinners.
Equipment
- 1 Cooking pot
- 1 Large salad bowl
Ingredients
For the salad
- 3 cups frozen green peas blanched
- 1 cup vegan ranch dressing
- 5.3 oz (150 gr) vegan cheddar sliced
- 1 small red onion finely chopped
- 1 bunch fresh parsley chopped
For the dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- ½-¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
Instructions
- For perfectly tender peas, boil them in salted water for 3–4 minutes, then transfer to ice water for 2 minutes to stop the cooking. Drain well before adding to the salad.
- In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper.
- In a large bowl, add green peas, dairy-free cheddar, vegan ranch dressing, and finely chopped onion.
- Gently toss everything until well coated, then finish with chopped fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
- Taste and adjust seasoning after mixing, especially if your vegan ranch is already well-seasoned.
- Store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 368kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 6gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 824mgPotassium: 291mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1371IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 2mg
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