Seafari Summer Salad
A light, tangy summer salad featuring peas, green beans, pimentos, and onions, perfect for hot days and suitable for picnics or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix together the sugar, apple cider vinegar, and vegetable oil the day before serving.
- Refrigerate the mixture to allow flavors to meld.
- Add drained peas, drained green beans, pimento, chopped onion, and diced celery to the dressing.
- Combine well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Keeps well for at least 10 days.
Tips & Substitutions
For added flavor, consider substituting the vegetable oil with olive oil or avocado oil. If you prefer a sweeter dressing, increase the sugar slightly. You can also incorporate other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for extra crunch. If fresh herbs are available, adding dill or parsley can enhance the salad's freshness. This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables too.
Serving Suggestions
This salad is perfect as a side dish for summer barbecues or picnics. It pairs beautifully with grilled chicken or fish and can complement heartier dishes like Bean Pot Baked Lentils. For a complete meal, serve it alongside warm bread or crackers. Enjoy it as a light lunch on its own or with a refreshing drink like Easy Red Punch.
Storage & Reheating
Store the Seafari Summer Salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It keeps well for up to 10 days, making it perfect for meal prep. When ready to serve, give it a good stir as the dressing may settle. There’s no need to reheat; it’s delicious served cold.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Seafari Summer Salad contains roughly 207 calories, with 2g protein, 17g carbohydrates, and 14g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (54% of the Daily Value) and vitamin A (28% of the Daily Value), and a good source of dietary fiber. It also contributes 5g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this salad in advance?
Yes, it's recommended to prepare the salad a day ahead of time. This allows the flavors to meld and improves the overall taste. Just ensure you store it in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve, and give it a stir before serving.
What can I use instead of LeSueur peas?
If you can't find LeSueur peas, you can use frozen peas that have been thawed or regular canned peas. Just be sure to drain them well before adding to the salad to maintain the right texture.
Is this salad suitable for vegans?
Yes, the Seafari Summer Salad is suitable for vegans as it contains no animal products. You can enjoy this dish as part of a vegan meal or serve it alongside other vegan recipes for a delightful spread.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).