Ingredients and Weight:
- Fresh green peas (shelled): 2 cups (10 ounces)
- Sugar snap peas (trimmed): 1 cup (4 ounces)
- English cucumber (peeled and diced): 1 cup (8 ounces)
- Red onion (finely chopped): 1/4 cup (1 ounce)
- Fresh mint leaves (chopped): 1/4 cup (1 ounce)
- Feta cheese (crumbled): 1/2 cup (4 ounces)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
None
Difficulty Level:
1 (very easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the green peas, sugar snap peas, cucumber, red onion, mint, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients (see below) until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
Dressing Ingredients:
- Olive oil: 1/4 cup (2 ounces)
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons (1 ounce)
- Honey: 1 tablespoon (1/2 ounce)
- Salt and pepper: to taste
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of salad):
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 9 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Protein: 8 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Refreshing and light
- Sweet and tangy
- Colorful and vibrant
- Perfect for summer gatherings or picnics
User Comments:
- "This salad is so delicious and easy to make. The flavors are perfect for summer."
- "I love the crunch from the snap peas and the mint adds a nice refreshing flavor."
- "This is a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish."
- "I added some crumbled bacon to my salad and it was amazing!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If using frozen green peas, thaw them before using.
- If you don't have sugar snap peas, you can substitute with snow peas.
- To save time, you can buy pre-cut vegetables at the supermarket.
- This salad can be made ahead of time and chilled in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
