Description
This Crisp Snap Pea Salad with Lemon Parmesan Vinaigrette offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors. The vibrant snap peas are perfectly complemented by a zesty dressing made from fresh lemon juice and rich parmesan. This salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal side dish or light lunch for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups snap peas, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the snap peas under cold water and trim off any tough ends.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, grated parmesan, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking until the dressing is emulsified.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the snap peas with half of the vinaigrette until evenly coated.
- Optionally, add cherry tomatoes or sliced radishes and drizzle more vinaigrette on top before serving.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes for a cooler salad experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg