Spring Pea and Mint Salad Recipe
A fresh and vibrant Spring Pea and Mint Salad featuring sweet peas, refreshing mint, tangy feta, and a light lemon olive oil dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack, this salad combines simple ingredients for a bright, flavorful experience ideal for spring and summer meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen peas (thawed if frozen)
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the peas, finely chopped red onion, chopped fresh mint, and crumbled feta cheese to form the base of the salad.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well emulsified to create a light and tangy dressing.
- Toss salad with dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly, ensuring each pea and mint leaf is coated.
- Serve or chill: Serve the salad immediately for a fresh taste or refrigerate it for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and enhance the overall taste before serving.
Notes
- Fresh peas can be used for a crunchier texture, but frozen peas work well once thawed.
- Adjust the amount of mint according to your preference for a milder or more intense flavor.
- For a vegan version, omit feta or substitute with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- To balance flavors, taste the dressing before adding and adjust lemon juice, salt, or pepper as needed.
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