Swedish Potato, Ham and Pea Salad Recipe

Name: Swedish Potato, Ham and Pea Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup white wine vinegar; 1/4 cup Dijon mustard; 3/4 cup packed chopped fresh dill; 2 10-ounce packages frozen petite green peas, thawed, drained or 3 pounds fresh peas, shelled; 1 pound red potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 12 ounces smoked ham (such as Black Forest), diced; 1 15-ounce can black-eyed peas, rinsed, drained; 1 large red bell pepper, diced; 1 large yellow bell pepper, diced; 1 cup diced red onion

Servings: persons

3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
3/4 cup packed chopped fresh dill
2 10-ounce packages frozen petite green peas, thawed, drained or 3 pounds fresh peas, shelled
1 pound red potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch dice
12 ounces smoked ham (such as Black Forest), diced
1 15-ounce can black-eyed peas, rinsed, drained
1 large red bell pepper, diced
1 large yellow bell pepper, diced
1 cup diced red onion

1
Whisk first 3 ingredients together in small bowl.
2
Stir in dill.
3
Season generously with salt and pepper.
4
If using fresh peas, steam until tender, about 3 minutes.
5
Do not precook frozen peas.
6
Transfer peas to bowl.
7
Steam potatoes over boiling water until tender, about 15 minutes.
8
Cool completely.
9
Add to peas.
10
Add all remaining ingredients to peas.
11
(Can be made 6 hours ahead.
12
Cover and chill.)
13
Toss salad with dressing.
14
Season to taste with salt and pepper.

737

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup white wine vinegar, 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 3/4 cup packed chopped fresh dill, and more.

Yes, Swedish Potato, Ham and Pea Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Swedish Potato, Ham and Pea Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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