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Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad

Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad: Fresh, Crunchy Spring Flavor

This Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad is a vibrant medley of freshness and crunch, perfect for sunny days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Snap Peas sliced on a bias for optimal flavor
  • 1 cup Edamame frozen without thawing
  • 1/4 cup Scallions green parts for garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro or parsley for a milder flavor
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice or rice wine vinegar as alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds or sunflower seeds as alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger finely chopped, skip powdered ginger
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Crisp or sriracha if unavailable
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil refined to avoid overpowering flavors

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Colander
  • Large bowl
  • small mixing bowl
  • small skillet
  • whisk
  • salad tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a rolling boil and add frozen edamame. Cook for 3 minutes until they begin to float. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Wash and dry the snap peas, then slice them on the bias. In a large bowl, combine sliced snap peas, cooled edamame, chopped cilantro, and finely sliced scallions.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together toasted sesame seeds, honey, fresh ginger, and chili crisp until well combined.
  4. In a small skillet, heat sesame oil over medium-low until shimmering. Pour over the dressing mixture.
  5. Drizzle the warm dressing over the salad mixture and season lightly with salt. Toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately to maintain crisp texture. Prep components in advance but keep dressing separate until serving.

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