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Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad

Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad – A Burst of Spring Freshness

Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad is a vibrant spring dish featuring fresh snap peas, edamame, and a sweet and spicy dressing, ready in just 20 minutes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 6.5-8 oz Sugar Snap Peas sliced on a bias
  • 1 cup Frozen Edamame blanched for 3 minutes
  • 2 stalks Scallions use both white and green parts
  • 0.25 cup Cilantro substitute basil if preferred
For the Dressing
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds for garnish
  • 1 tbsp Honey adjust to taste
  • 1 in Fresh Ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp Chili Crisp adjust according to spice tolerance
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Oil heat until shimmering

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Colander
  • Knife
  • mixing bowl
  • small pan
  • heat-proof bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad
  1. Begin by boiling a pot of salted water. Add the frozen edamame and blanch for 3 minutes until vibrant green and tender. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Wash and dry the sugar snap peas, then slice each pea on a bias. Combine with the drained edamame, chopped cilantro, and scallions in a mixing bowl.
  3. In a heat-proof bowl, mix toasted sesame seeds, honey, grated ginger, and chili crisp. Blend well to harmonize flavors.
  4. Heat sesame oil in a small pan until shimmering. Pour over the dressing mixture and stir well to combine.
  5. Pour the warm dressing over the salad mixture. Season with salt and gently toss until well-coated.
  6. Serve immediately while fresh and crisp, enjoying the contrast of warm dressing and cool vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 7gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Slice snap peas on a bias for better texture. Store dressing separately if prepping in advance to maintain crunch.

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