Nigella Lawson Pea Mint and Avocado Salad
Brighten up your table with the refreshing simplicity of Nigella Lawson’s Pea, Mint, and Avocado Salad—a vibrant medley that celebrates fresh, wholesome ingredients. Packed with tender peas, creamy avocado, and aromatic mint, this salad is elevated by a zesty lime and olive oil dressing that ties everything together with a burst of citrusy goodness. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the perfect side dish or light meal for any season. Whether you’re hosting brunch or craving a healthy weekday lunch, this recipe is a delightful balance of texture and flavor that’s hard to resist. Rich in plant-based nutrients and naturally gluten-free, it’s a showstopper for your next gathering or simple weeknight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams frozen peas
- 2 pieces avocado
- 20 grams fresh mint leaves
- 2 pieces spring onions
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 piece lime
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the frozen peas and cook them for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still vibrant in color.
Drain the peas and immediately rinse them under cold running water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
Halve the avocados and remove the pits. Scoop out the flesh with a spoon and cut it into bite-sized cubes.
Finely slice the spring onions and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled peas, avocado cubes, and sliced spring onions.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and add them to the bowl, reserving a few whole leaves for garnish.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, the juice of the lime, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together to avoid mashing the avocado.
Transfer the salad to a serving plate or bowl, garnish with the reserved mint leaves, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1128 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.7 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1224 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.7 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.0 g | 143% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.8 g | ||
| Protein | 24.4 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 220 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2478 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
