Best 2 Lemony Pea Salad Recipes

In this guide, we will provide you with a step-by-step recipe for a delicious and refreshing lemony pea salad. This flavorful dish is made with fresh peas, crisp red onions, and a zesty lemon dressing. The bright and tangy flavors of the salad make it a perfect side dish for grilled chicken or fish, or it can be served as a light and healthy main course. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, this lemony pea salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

LEMONY BLACK-EYED PEA AND CILANTRO SALAD

Lemony Black-Eyed Pea and Cilantro Salad image

This is delicious, low-fat and super-easy ... I like to load it up with extra cilantro and tomatoes. Also try using lime juice in place of the lemon juice for a little different taste. It's a perfect vegetarian main dish salad, or serve it as a side dish with grilled or roasted pork or ham. Prep time includes time spent in the refrigerator blending flavors; yield depends on whether salad is eaten as the main dish or as a side dish.

Provided by EdsGirlAngie

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (14 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
1 clove garlic, minced
2 slices onions, minced
1 medium tomatoes, peeled,seeded and chopped
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt (or less if you prefer)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

Combine all ingredients in a bowl; let sit in refrigerator for a couple of hours to blend flavors.
Salad tastes best at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 1470.8, Carbohydrate 33.1, Fiber 8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 10.4

LEMONY PEA SALAD

Lemony Pea Salad image

"The idea of fresh peas in the spring never gets old to me," says Alex.

Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Kosher salt
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Kosher salt
2 pinches of sugar
1 pound sugar snap peas, trimmed
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pound snow peas, trimmed
2 cups arugula leaves

Steps:

Make the dressing: Whisk the mustard, lemon juice, vinegar and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil and vegetable oil until smooth. Season with more salt.
Make the salad: Fill a large bowl halfway with ice water. Set a colander in the ice bath. Bring a medium pot of heavily salted water to a boil; add a pinch of sugar. Add the snap peas and cook 2 minutes. Remove with a strainer or slotted spoon and transfer to the colander in the ice bath to stop the cooking. Drain the snap peas and spread out on a kitchen towel; pat dry.
When ready to serve, transfer the snap peas to a large bowl and season with salt, the red pepper flakes and a pinch of sugar. Toss to blend. Add the raw snow peas and arugula and drizzle with the dressing; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Tips:

For the best results, use fresh peas. Fresh peas are plump and sweet, and they have a bright green color. If you can't find fresh peas, you can use frozen peas, but be sure to thaw them before using.
To make the salad dressing, use a good quality olive oil. Olive oil has a fruity flavor that will complement the other ingredients in the salad.
If you don't have fresh mint on hand, you can use dried mint instead. Just be sure to use half the amount of dried mint that you would use fresh mint.
Serve the salad immediately after making it. The salad is best when the peas are still fresh and crisp.

Conclusion:

Lemony pea salad is a refreshing and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for summer gatherings. The salad is made with fresh peas, mint, and a lemony dressing. It is a light and healthy dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.