PEA SALAD WITH RADISHES AND FETA CHEESE

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Provided by Molly Stevens

Categories     Cheese     Dairy     Herb     Vegetable     Side     Vegetarian     Feta     Pea     Radish     Spring     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons cumin seeds
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
4 cups fresh shelled peas (from about 4 pounds peas in pods) or 1 pound frozen petite peas
1 bunch radishes, trimmed, halved, thinly sliced
1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces)
3 cups fresh pea tendrils, coarsely chopped, or pea sprouts* (optional)
*Available at natural foods stores and Asian markets.

Steps:

  • Heat small skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and toast until aromatic and slightly darker, about 2 minutes. Cool; grind finely in spice mill. Whisk lime juice, honey, and cumin in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil; stir in dill. Season dressing with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature.
  • Cook peas in pot of boiling salted water until almost tender, about 5 minutes for fresh (or about 2 minutes for frozen). Drain; rinse under cold water, then drain well. Transfer to large bowl. Add radishes, feta, and dressing; toss. Season with salt and pepper. If using pea tendrils or sprouts, divide among bowls. Divide salad among bowls. Serve.

Isaac Murphy
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This salad is SO good! The peas are sweet and tender, the radishes add a nice crunch, and the feta cheese is the perfect salty, tangy addition. I love that it's a healthy and refreshing salad that's also really easy to make.


Hazoor Box
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a total crowd-pleaser! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and textures. I'll definitely be making it again soon.


863 Beats
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The salad was light and refreshing, and the flavors all came together perfectly. I especially liked the contrast between the sweet peas and the sharp feta cheese.


Aaban Abbasi
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This pea salad was a huge hit at our summer picnic! The radishes and feta cheese added a nice crunch and tanginess that perfectly complemented the sweet peas. I also loved the addition of fresh mint, which gave the salad a refreshing pop of flavor.