Peas and Beans with Lemon Dressing
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Peas and Beans with Lemon Dressing recipe! A celebration of simple, fresh ingredients, this dish pairs tender green beans and sweet peas with a tangy homemade lemon dressing that’s perfectly balanced with a touch of honey and Dijon mustard. The quick blanching process ensures the vegetables stay crisp and vibrant, while the zesty dressing adds a burst of citrus flavor, highlighted with fresh parsley for an herby finish. Ready in under 20 minutes, this colorful side dish is ideal for everything from weeknight dinners to elegant gatherings. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a versatile, healthy, and delicious addition to your meal. Keywords: peas and beans, lemon dressing, easy side dish, fresh vegetables, healthy recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook for 4 minutes.
Add the peas to the same pot and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant green.
Drain the peas and beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to halt the cooking process and preserve their color.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the lemon dressing.
Remove the peas and beans from the ice water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
Place the peas and beans in a large serving bowl and drizzle the lemon dressing over the top.
Toss the vegetables gently to coat them evenly with the dressing.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top for garnish.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 1 hour before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
469 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1318 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.3 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.8 g | ||
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 812 mg | 17% | |
*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.
