Spring Snap Pea Salad

By Fionna Riddle

This refreshing recipe combines the crispness of snap peas with the brightness of fresh herbs and a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or a colorful side dish, this salad celebrates the season’s bounty with every bite. Whether you’re planning a picnic or a casual dinner, this salad is sure to delight your taste buds and bring a touch of springtime freshness to your table.

Ingredients

For the dressing:

3 tbsp lemon juice
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp dijon mustard
1 tsp maple syrup
Salt to taste

For the salad:

About 1 lb of fresh snap peas
1/4 cup mint leaves, finely chopped
1/4 cup roasted pistachios, roughly chopped

Preparations:

  1. Start by adding the dressing ingredients to a large bowl and mixing well to combine.
  2. Trim the snap peas and slice them into diagonal pieces.
  3. Add the snap peas, mint and pistachios to the bowl with the dressing and toss to combine.
  4. Taste and add more salt if needed.
  5. Top with an extra drizzle of olive oil and  sprinkle of mint.

Fionna Riddle is a Certified Health Coach with a degree in Psychology from UCLA. She is passionate about a holistic approach to health when working with her private coaching clients. She is an avid cook, constantly creating and sharing new recipes on her Instagram (@feelgoodwithfi) to showcase simple clean home cooking.