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Recipe Tags: 15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion For Large Groups Salads Vegetables Easy European Potluck Picnic Dutch Dietary Low Calorie Low In Something Brunch To Go Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less

Sweet Pea Salad

My friend gave me this recipe several years ago, when our families attended a 4th of july picnic together. i have made it many times since then, and it's always a favorite whenever i make it. the recipe makes quite a bit, so it's one of my favorite dishes to take to potlucks, picnics and other gatherings with large crowds. the recipe would fit a lot of party themes, as the ingredients represent various continental cuisines, from the asian inspired chestnuts to the brazilian cashews. but it is the smokey dutch-influenced gouda cheese that adds a wonderful mediterranean flair to this great picnic salad. cooking time does not including chilling time (as that can vary greatly).

Steps

Place peas , chestnuts , celery , onion , and cheese in a large salad bowl.
In a small mixing bowl , stir together the sour cream and sugar until well blended.
Add the sour cream mixture to the salad , then season with salt and pepper.
Toss thoroughly with a large spoon.
Place in refrigerator for several hours.
Add the cashews just before serving , and toss well to thoroughly blend all ingredients.

Ingredients

frozen sweet peas, sliced water chestnuts, celery, red onion, smoked gouda cheese, low-fat sour cream, sugar, salt and pepper, cashews