A Sensational Spring Pea Salad Recipe
Recipe Overview
Overview
This Spring Pea Salad is a delightful celebration of fresh ingredients, perfect for the season. The combination of sugar snap peas, radishes, and creamy burrata creates a vibrant dish that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. The creamy dressing made from yogurt and olive oil adds a tangy richness that complements the sweetness of the peas beautifully.
Chef Daniel Boulud’s approach to this salad emphasizes simplicity and freshness. By poaching the sugar snap peas just enough to keep them tender yet crunchy, you ensure that each bite is satisfying. The addition of fresh mint and chives not only enhances the flavor but also adds a lovely aromatic quality.
This salad is versatile enough to serve as a light lunch or as a side dish for a spring gathering. It’s a dish that invites creativity; feel free to add other seasonal vegetables or herbs you have on hand. The balance of flavors and textures makes it a standout choice for any meal. Enjoy this refreshing salad as a way to welcome the warmer months ahead!
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Break the burrata into pieces using two spoons.
Add yogurt to the broken burrata.
Mix the burrata and yogurt to create a creamy dressing.
Add two tablespoons of olive oil to the mixture.
Add fresh lemon juice to the mixture.
Tip: Add fresh mint for a refreshing flavor.
Add chopped chives to the mixture.
Zest a lemon and add the zest to the mixture.
Tip: Use a zester to properly zest the lemon.
Season the mixture with salt and pepper.
Add cooked English peas, snow peas, and sugar snap peas to the mixture.
Mix all the peas together.
Tip: Keep peas tender yet firm and a little bit crunchy.
Add half of the radish to the salad.
Season the leftover peas with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Tip: Season leftover peas with lemon juice and olive oil for added flavor.
Garnish the salad with the seasoned fresh peas.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Coconut Yogurt
Nutrition
Skill Level
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Burrata cheese is a creamy Italian cheese made from mozzarella and cream.
- •Sugar snap peas are a sweet and crunchy addition to salads, providing a fresh flavor.
- •Using fresh herbs like mint and chives enhances the salad's flavor profile.
- •This salad is best served chilled, making it a refreshing dish for warm weather.
