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Easy Spring Pea Salad with Lemony Mint Vinaigrette – Fresh and Refreshing

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This light and refreshing spring pea salad combines bright, crisp peas with a zesty, lemony mint vinaigrette for a perfect quick and healthy dish.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups salad + dressing 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh green peas, shelled
  • ½ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup baby arugula, washed
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the peas for 1 minute, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to make the vinaigrette.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the blanched peas, mint leaves, red onion, baby arugula, feta cheese, and toasted almonds.
  4. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until well coated.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to let flavors meld.

Notes

  • Best enjoyed fresh. Can be stored chilled for up to 1 day.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook / Tossed
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 220