OHH … SUGAR SNAPS!
Hello Fit Chicks!
Have you heard of sugar snap peas? If not, we will get to those in a second. Urban dictionary says “sugar snaps” is a replacement word to use when trying to avoid using a swear word or in place of an array of feelings or emotions. WHO KNEW? Well, ladies, that is not how we are using it this week! We are using it in a new recipe for you to try!
I know some of you ladies are a tough crowd when it comes to vegetables or trying something new, but that’s okay! Do you know why that’s okay? Because we are Fit Chicks! We are not afraid to try different things! And we are committed to living healthy and happy! We just believe in doing it together! Spring and summer scream vegetables to me. What better time to try out some new vegetable recipes. I love snap peas! Here’s an excellent recipe for you to try! If you are not a fan of Snap Peas, try the Zesty Lemon Vinaigrette on a different vegetable! Something tells me it will be just as yummy! Let me know what you think in the comments below!
Snap Pea Salad with Zesty Lemon Vinaigrette
We always love the chance to highlight our favorite veggies, and the star of the show today is the (crunchy & sweet) snap pea! Our obsession with snap peas started earlier this year when we discovered the magic that is sautéed snap peas, and now we’re bringing you a simple and fresh snap pea salad.
Author Minimalist Baker, adapted from NYTimes Cooking. Prep Time 15 minutes
This salad is the perfect balance of bright, tangy, and savory. It’s delicious served with pasta or fish, and it requires just 10 ingredients, 15 minutes, and 1 bowl.
How to Make Snap Pea Salad
This recipe starts with a simple, lemony, mustard-infused dressing that contrasts beautifully with the crunchy, subtly sweet snap peas. It has waves of flavor from fresh garlic, salt, pepper, and shallot with maple syrup to provide a little sweet balance and olive oil for richness.
To minimize dirty dishes, we mix the dressing in a large serving bowl and then add the remaining ingredients straight into that bowl. But feel free to shake up the dressing in a jar if you’re making it ahead or if that’s more your style.
Add the remaining salad ingredients include fresh basil (or other soft herbs like mint or tarragon) for herby goodness, chopped pistachios for richness and crunch, and optional red pepper flakes for a little heat and color contrast.Give it a toss, and prepare your tastebuds for deliciousness! We hope you LOVE this snap pea salad!
Ingredients
DRESSING
· 2 Tbsp lemon juice
· 2 Tbsp olive oil
· 1 clove garlic, minced or grated
· 1 ½ tsp Dijon mustard
· 1 tsp maple syrup (or honey)
· 2 Tbsp finely chopped shallot (optional)
· 1/2 tsp sea salt (plus more to taste)
· 1/4 tsp black pepper
SALAD
4 cups thinly sliced sugar snap peas, ends trimmed, sliced at a diagonal
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (plus more for garnish // or sub tarragon or mint leaves)
1/4 cup roughly chopped roasted salted pistachios (plus more for garnish // or sub other roasted salted nut or seed of choice)
1/8 -1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
In a large serving bowl, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, mustard, maple syrup or honey, shallot (optional), salt, and pepper. Whisk to emulsify.
SALAD: To the same bowl, add the snap peas, basil, and pistachios and toss to combine and coat with the dressing. Taste and adjust as needed, adding more lemon juice for brightness, maple syrup for sweetness, or salt to taste.
Garnish with additional basil and pistachios and the red pepper flakes (optional). Serve right away.
Best when fresh. The dressing can be made up to 3 days in advance by adding the ingredients to a jar with a lid and shaking to combine. Let it come to room temperature before tossing with the snap peas, basil, and pistachios. Not freezer friendly.
Nutrition-Serving: 1 cup Calories: 148 Carbohydrates: 10.3 g Protein: 3.8 g Fat: 10.4 g Fiber: 2.9 g Sugar: 4.8 g
Video: https://youtu.be/RJRF_lGnLv4
