Herb & Pea Salad
Active time: 15 minutes
Total time: 15 minutes
Serves: 4-6
Hanukkah is celebrated with heavy, fried foods; put this bright and zesty salad on the menu to help balance your meal. Fresh herbs and blanched snap peas are the perfect pair with a honey lemon dressing to cleanse the palate. Can’t find peas? No problem! Substitute peas for green beans, or even grilled zucchini!
Ingredients
2 cup snap peas, ends trimmed
½ cup parsley leaves
½ cup cilantro leaves
¼ cup fresh mint, torn
¼ cup basil, torn
2 cups butter lettuce, torn
Dressing
1 tsp honey
½ tsp dijon mustard
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1 lemon
¼ cup olive oil
Sea salt and pepper, to taste
Preparation
Fill a large bowl with ice and water. Bring a pot of water to boil.
Add the peas to the boiling water and cook for 30 seconds or until bright green. Remove and immediately transfer to the ice water. Drain.
Add peas, herbs, and lettuce to a bowl.
In a small bowl, combine honey, dijon, lemon juice, and zest. Slowly add in olive oil while stirring.
Drizzle dressing over salad before serving.
Notes
Looking for more protein in your meal? Add 1 cup of shelled edamame beans!