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Ina Garten Snap Pea Salad Recipe

Ina Garten Snap Pea Salad
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Snap Pea Salad is a light and flavorful dish featuring fresh snap peas tossed with a vibrant dressing made from lemon, olive oil, and Dijon mustard. Ina Garten elevates the dish with the addition of fresh herbs and optional garnishes like Parmesan or toasted nuts for added depth and texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped

Optional Garnishes:

  • Shaved Parmesan cheese
  • Toasted almonds or pine nuts

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Snap Peas

  • Trim the peas: Remove the ends and strings from the snap peas.
  • Blanch the peas: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the snap peas and blanch for 1–2 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
  • Cool quickly: Transfer the blanched peas to an ice water bath to stop cooking. Drain and pat dry.

Step 2: Make the Dressing

  • Combine ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.

Step 3: Toss the Salad

  • Assemble the salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the snap peas with the chopped dill and mint.
  • Add the dressing: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the peas evenly.

Step 4: Garnish and Serve

  • Add optional toppings: Sprinkle with shaved Parmesan cheese or toasted nuts, if desired.
  • Serve immediately: Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy fresh.

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