Fresh Green Peas and Sugar Snap Peas in Sesame Dressing

4.50 (7)
⏱ 7 mins 🍽 6-8 serving(s) 🏷 Low Cholesterol

This vibrant salad features two types of peas, lightly cooked to retain their crisp texture, then tossed in a savoury Asian-inspired dressing. The combination of fresh green peas and crunchy sugar snap peas creates a delightful contrast, coated in a blend of sesame oil, rice vinegar, and soy sauce. It's a quick, flavourful dish that comes together in minutes, ideal as a fresh side. The recipe serves 6 to 8 people and is designed to be enjoyed at room temperature.

Fresh Green Peas and Sugar Snap Peas in Sesame Dressing

Ingredients

  • 3 cups shelled fresh peas (from 3 lb peas in pods)
  • 12 ounces sugar snap peas, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oriental sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon packed golden brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Method

  1. Boil the shelled peas in a large pan of salted water for about 1 1/2 minutes, until they are nearly tender.
  2. Place the sugar snap peas into the same pan and boil for another 30 seconds.
  3. Drain the peas, then rinse them with cold water and drain once more.
  4. Move the drained peas into a large mixing bowl.
  5. In a separate small bowl, combine the vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and pepper, whisking until blended.
  6. Add the prepared dressing to the peas in the large bowl and toss everything to coat evenly.
  7. Taste the salad and add more salt and pepper if you like.
  8. This dish is best served at room temperature.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium463100 mg

Recipe details

CategoryLow Cholesterol
AuthorMarieRynr