Description
Bright, vibrant, and incredibly refreshing, this Spring Pea and Mint Salad captures the essence of spring in every bite. Crisp peas and aromatic mint leaves come together in a zesty lemon vinaigrette, creating a perfect accompaniment for warm-weather gatherings or a light lunch. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this salad is sure to impress your guests with its stunning colors and delightful flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh peas (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse fresh peas under cool water. If using frozen peas, thaw them by soaking in warm water for about 5 minutes.
- Finely chop the fresh mint leaves without bruising them.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peas and chopped mint. Drizzle the dressing over the mixture, season with salt and pepper, then gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately in beautiful bowls for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg