SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH YOGURT, FETA AND DILL
Much of the appeal of sugar snap peas comes from their juicy, sweet crunch, which means you'll want to take care when blanching them. They turn from perfectly crisp-tender to soft in seconds. The key is to have a bowl of salted ice water next to the stove and a slotted spoon at the ready. The salt in the ice water seasons the peas, and the ice stops them from overcooking. In this savory salad, they're tossed with a garlicky dressing for brightness, and a creamy feta-yogurt sauce for richness. Serve them with crusty bread as a summery appetizer, or as a side dish for grilled fish or meats.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Have ready a bowl of well-salted ice water and a slotted spoon next to the stove. Drop peas into boiling water and cook until crisp-tender, about 1 minute. Use the spoon to transfer peas to ice water to cool completely. Drain well and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- When cool enough to handle, put the peas on a cutting board and slice them in half, crosswise.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together garlic and lemon juice. Stir in salt and pepper. Whisk in 3 tablespoons olive oil. Add the halved peas, fennel, dill and scallions, and toss well. Taste and add more lemon juice, olive oil or salt if needed.
- In a small bowl, stir together the yogurt, 1/4 cup feta, lemon zest, and the remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Season with salt, pepper and lemon juice, to taste.
- Spread the yogurt on a serving platter, and spoon the peas on top. Scatter remaining 1/4 cup feta on top, drizzle with more oil, and top with herbs. Serve as a side dish or scooped onto crusty bread as an appetizer.
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Mrs zeeshan
[email protected]I'm allergic to dairy, so I used vegan yogurt and feta in this recipe. It turned out just as delicious!
Nesad Nesad
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover yogurt. I always have a container of yogurt in my fridge, so this recipe is a lifesaver.
ROSIE'S POSIE
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The peas were perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Nick Pick
[email protected]This recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I added some garlic and chili flakes to give it a little more flavor.
Umair Hunjra
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of peas, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The sauce is what makes it.
Aman Jaswal
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet peas and the creamy sauce.
Mubashir Aswad Tv
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish. I often make it when I'm short on time.
Tebogo Ramantshwana
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties.
michelle andell
[email protected]Easy and delicious!
KingCaos
[email protected]Yum!
Md Moti
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The peas were perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.
Simple Boy,s BD
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. The peas were crisp and the sauce was creamy and tangy. I will definitely be making this again!
ebenezer sing
[email protected]This is a simple but delicious recipe. The peas were perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely make this again!
Angela Nyaaba
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of sweet peas, tangy feta, and creamy yogurt is irresistible. I usually add a bit of extra dill, and I sometimes roast the peas instead of boiling them. Either
Mawanda Anthena Alpha
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up fresh sugar snap peas. They were perfectly crisp and tender, and the yogurt-feta-dill sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served this as a side dish with grilled chicken, and it was a hit!