Pea and Lettuce Salad
Brighten up your plate with this vibrant Pea and Lettuce Salad—a refreshing medley of crisp romaine lettuce, sweet, tender peas, and fragrant mint leaves, all tossed in a zesty homemade lemon dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or a fresh side dish, this salad combines the natural sweetness of peas with a tangy dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or al fresco dining. Serve it as-is for a simple, healthy option, or pair it with grilled chicken or fish for a heartier meal. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures that make this salad a true seasonal favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh peas
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 0.25 cup mint leaves
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
If using fresh peas, blanch them by boiling for 2-3 minutes in lightly salted water, then immediately transferring them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain the peas well and add them to the salad bowl. If using frozen peas, simply thaw and add them to the bowl.
Add the mint leaves to the salad for a refreshing burst of flavor.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Pea and Lettuce Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
617 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.9 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1471 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.4 g | ||
| Protein | 17.6 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 397 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1774 mg | 38% | |
*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.
