Best 2 Pesto Pea Salad Recipes

Pesto pea salad is a refreshing, light, and flavorful salad perfect for summer gatherings or a quick weeknight meal. The vibrant green color of the peas and the nutty flavor of the pesto come together to create a delicious and visually appealing dish. With just a few simple ingredients, you can prepare this delightful salad in no time. In this article, we will share the best recipe for pesto pea salad, so you can enjoy this delicious salad in your own home.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PESTO PEA SALAD

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This is a very different salad, with a beautiful presentation. We thought it was delicious and wanted to share it with you. It even keeps well. The recipe comes from Ina Garten / The Barefoot Contessa.

Provided by Pianolady

Categories Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 cups frozen peas
2 tablespoons pignolis, toasted (pine nuts)
2 1/2 cups baby spinach leaves
4 tablespoons pesto sauce

Steps:

Cook the peas in a pot of boiling, salted water for 1 minute.
Immediately immerse the peas in a bowl of ice cold water, and drain when fully cooled.
To assemble, place the spinach leaves in a salad bowl.
Sprinkle the peas and pignolis over the spinach.
Add the pesto and toss.
Note: To toast pignolis, place them in a dry saute pan and cook over medium heat for about 4 minutes, until evenly browned-- tossing frequently.
Enjoy!

PESTO PEA SALAD

PESTO PEA SALAD image

Categories Salad Vegetable Side

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 c frozen peas
2 tbsp pignolis, toasted
2 1/2 cups baby spinach leaves
4 tbsp pesto, recipe follows

Steps:

Cook the peas in a pot of boiling salted water for 1 minute. Immediately immerse the peas in a bowl ice cold water, and drain when fully cooled. To assemble, place the spinach leaves in a salad bowl. Sprinkle the peas and pignolis over the spinach. Add the pesto and toss. Note: To toast pignolis, place them in a dry saute pan and cook over medium hear for about 4 minutes, until evenly browned tossing frequently

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients: Fresh peas, basil, and lemon zest will give your salad the best flavor.
Don't overcook the peas: Peas should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight bite to them.
Use a good quality olive oil: Extra virgin olive oil will give your salad a rich, flavorful taste.
Season the salad to taste: Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste until the salad is perfectly seasoned.
Serve the salad immediately: Pesto pea salad is best served fresh, so it's best to make it just before serving.

Conclusion:

Pesto pea salad is a delicious, refreshing, and nutritious salad that's perfect for summer gatherings. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a side dish for your next party, pesto pea salad is sure to please everyone at the table.