Pea with Cheese
Salad Recipe
This pea with cheese salad recipe is made with sweet peas, penne pasta, cheddar cheese, spicy leeks and a creamy Italian dressing to make a fresh and flavorful cheese salad.
For variety and a change of taste, try the easy ingredient exchanges below. They will give you simple ideas to make a variety of quick salads.
2-3 servings (as a main dish)
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5 Ingredients Needed:
fresh or frozen peas – 1 cup
(if using frozen, thaw and drain)
penne pasta – 2 cups cooked
* cheddar cheese – 1/2 cup cubed
leeks – 1/2 cup thinly sliced half-moons
(be sure to thoroughly clean leeks before using –
cutting lengthwise down the middle and
slightly separating each layer as you place under a running
faucet will wash all the dirt away)
*bottled creamy Italian dressing – 1/2 cup
(choose a natural brand without preservatives or artificial ingredients)
* Quick Tip to Lower Fat: Choose a low-fat or nonfat cheddar cheese and Italian dressing
Make Ahead:
- If using frozen peas, thaw, drain and measure out 1 cup
- Prepare pasta according to package directions and measure out 2 cups
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1. In a mixing bowl, combine all the cheese salad ingredients and toss well.
2. Allow salad to marinate for an hour or so. Add more dressing if needed.
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Quick Meals - Menu Planner:
Quick Meals - Main Meal Ideas:
** This flavorful pea with cheese salad recipe goes great with grilled tuna steaks.
** You can also pair our cheese salad with a bowl of tomato soup and garlic toast. It's a great combination.
Light Meal Ideas (suitable for lunch or a light dinner):
** Cheese Salad with Fresh Fruit Combo: Serve this quick salad on assorted salad greens with a side of mandarin orange sections and pineapple chunks.
** Another delicious and easy serving idea is to spoon this easy cheese salad over thin slices of avocado along with cheese breadsticks or whole grain crackers.
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Ingredient Exchanges:
* Instead of Cheddar Cheese: try Swiss or Gouda
* Instead of Leeks: try Scallions or Roasted Red Peppers
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