Bacon Pea Salad

Bacon Pea Salad

Macros (per serving, serves 6)

  • Protein: 20–25g
  • Net Carbs: 6–8g
  • Calories: ~300

Ingredients

Salad

  • 4 cups frozen peas, thawed
    (for stricter low carb, use half peas + half chopped green beans or edamame)
  • 8 slices turkey bacon or regular bacon, cooked crispy and chopped
  • 1 cup diced cooked chicken breast
  • ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley

Creamy Dressing

  • ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook Bacon

Cook bacon until crispy.

Drain excess grease and chop into pieces.


2. Prepare Dressing

In a bowl whisk together:

  • Greek yogurt
  • mayo
  • vinegar
  • Dijon
  • garlic powder
  • salt
  • pepper

3. Assemble Salad

In a large bowl combine:

  • peas
  • chicken
  • bacon
  • cheddar
  • onion
  • eggs
  • parsley

Pour dressing over salad.

Mix until evenly coated.


4. Chill

Refrigerate:

  • at least 30 minutes

This improves flavor and texture.


Optional Add-Ins

  • Chopped celery for crunch
  • Avocado
  • Sunflower seeds
  • Jalapeños
  • Dill pickles

Lower-Carb Version

Peas are moderate in carbs, so for a more keto-friendly version replace part or all of the peas with:

  • chopped broccoli
  • edamame
  • cauliflower florets
  • green beans

Meal Prep Tips

  • Keeps well for 3–4 days refrigerated.
  • Store bacon separately if you want maximum crispiness.
  • Great in lettuce cups or stuffed into low-carb wraps.

Extra High-Protein Version

Add:

  • extra chicken breast
  • cottage cheese
  • diced turkey
  • extra egg whites

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