Summer Snap Pea Salad
Whether you’re looking for a quick side dish for family dinner, or a new and healthy recipe to take to a picnic, this salad will be your new go-to.
The brightness and freshness of this delish salad will cool you off, fill you up and keep you feeling good inside and out too!
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 2-4servings | 15minutes |
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Ingredients
Snap Pea Salad
- 2cups sugar snap peas
- 1/4cup sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 5 mint leaves, coarsely chopped
- salt and pepper, to taste
5-Minute Dressing
- 1 1/2tablespoons honey
- 2teaspoons dijon mustard
- 1small garlic clove, finely minced
- 1/4cup balsamic vinegar
- 2tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (dill, thyme, oregano, chives, etc)feel free to use any fresh herbs you have on hand or prefer
- 1/4teaspoon Sea Salt
- 1/3cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Snap Pea Salad
- Wash the peas, then trim off the stems and remove the strings from the pods.
- Cut the peas in half on the diagonal.
- Combine the peas, onion, cucumber, and mint in a bowl and toss.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add 5-Minute Dressing and toss again.
5-Minute Dressing
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together all the ingredients except for the olive oil.
- When well-mixed, add the oil and whisk thoroughly to combine.
- Use as much as desired for the salad, and store the rest in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Recipe Notes
Summer Snap Pea Salad Substitutions:
- Use your favorite herbs and seasonings to spice things up!
- Replace olive oil with flaxseed or avocado oil.
- You’re in control on the amount of dressing to add, so add a little to start and then more if needed.
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