Fresh Spring Pea and Radish Salad
A bright, crisp salad combining sweet peas and peppery radishes with a light lemon vinaigrette, perfect for a refreshing spring or summer meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh peas, shelled (or thawed frozen peas)
- 6–8 medium radishes, thinly sliced
- A handful of fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons toasted almonds or pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the fresh peas by shelling about 1 cup and rinsing under cold water. If using frozen peas, thaw and drain well.
- Wash and thinly slice 6-8 medium radishes into rounds about 1/8 inch thick.
- Finely chop a handful of fresh mint leaves and thinly slice 2 green onions.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, juice from 1 lemon, and 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup if using. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- In a medium mixing bowl, gently toss the peas, radishes, chopped mint, and green onions.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss lightly until evenly coated, being careful not to bruise the radishes.
- If desired, sprinkle 2 tablespoons of toasted almonds or pine nuts on top for extra texture and flavor.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp textures and fresh flavors.
Notes
Use fresh peas for best texture and sweetness; frozen peas can be used if thawed properly. Slice radishes thinly for a delicate crunch. Toast nuts carefully to avoid burning. Keep ingredients chilled until serving for maximum freshness. Toss gently to avoid bruising radishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup per serv
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
Keywords: spring salad, pea salad, radish salad, fresh salad, light meal, healthy salad, vegetarian, gluten-free, vegan option