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Sugar Snap Pea Salad w/ Balsamic Vinaigrette

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Sugar Snap Pea Salad – A super crunchy, addictive salad that would fit in just as well at a casual picnic as it would at a dinner served to guests.

Sugar Snap Pea Salad

This time of year you can find so many delicious options at farmer’s markets and even your local grocery stores. When vegetables are at their peak, you don’t need to do much to make them irresistible. I love them raw – light and crisp, yet hearty. This Sugar Snap Pea Salad might not look like much, but trust me, you won’t be able to stop eating it.

Sugar Snap Pea Salad

Sugar Snap Peas

One of my favorite raw veggies is sugar snap peas. They are super crunchy and a little sweet. The perfect size for little hands – my kids love them as snacks. They contain lots of vitamins and minerals, in particular vitamin C, niacin, folate, vitamin K, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium. They also contain protein, fiber, and antioxidants, but only 35 calories in about 1 cup.

Sugar Snap Pea Salad

Sugar Snap Pea Salad

Combined with crunchy red onion, refreshing cucumber, sweet green peas, a few herbs and a quick oil-free vinaigrette, sugar snap peas are taken to the next level. It might not turn any snap pea haters into snap pea lovers, but if you are already a fan, you are going to LOVE this salad! I seriously didn’t want to share it was so good!

Sugar Snap Pea Salad

Feed a Crowd

Just like the Southwest Pasta Salad I posted last week, this Sugar Snap Pea Salad would be perfect for your backyard BBQ’s or picnics this summer. It will easily double, or even triple, to feed a crowd. The veggies will stay perfectly crisp for several days after so you can enjoy leftovers all week.

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Sugar Snap Pea Salad w/ Balsamic Vinaigrette
Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
 
A super crunchy, addictive salad that fits in just as well at a summer picnic as it does at a dinner party. Bonus: It's quick and easy to make!
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: dairy free, gluten free, oil free, vegan
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 90 kcal
Author: Jenn S.
Ingredients
Sugar Snap Pea Salad
  • 4 cups halved sugar snap peas
  • 1/2 cup green peas (I used frozen and defrosted them)
  • 1 cup diced English cucumber
  • 1/2 of a red onion (sliced thin)
  • chopped fresh dill (to taste) (I used about 2 tbsp)
  • chopped fresh mint (to taste) (I used about 4 leaves)
  • salt/pepper to taste
Balsamic Vinaigrette
Instructions
  1. Add all the salad ingredients to a medium bowl and toss well.
  2. Whisk the vinaigrette ingredients in small bowl.
  3. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss well.
  4. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Recipe Notes

Try it served with grilled or toasted baguette!

 

 

Nutrition Facts
Sugar Snap Pea Salad w/ Balsamic Vinaigrette
Amount Per Serving
Calories 90
% Daily Value*
Sodium 132mg 6%
Potassium 235mg 7%
Total Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Sugars 10g
Protein 4g 8%
Vitamin A 33%
Vitamin C 112%
Calcium 8%
Iron 18%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Sugar Snap Pea Salad - a crunchy addictive salad that's perfect for the summer! A light oil-free balsamic vinaigrette is mixed with the crisp raw veggies. Try it served with grilled or toasted baguette!! This recipe will easily double or triple to feed a crowd - perfect for summer BBQs or picnics!

Comments

  1. El says

    This was delicious! I served it with salmon and couscous with pistachios and raisins. I had so many people ask for the recipe. Thanks and Happy 4th!

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  2. Traci says

    How far ahead do you think it could be made for a party? A day or two? Or might it get soggy?

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    • Jenn S. says

      You can definitely make it a day ahead. Not sure I would go more than that as you want it to retain it’s color too, as well as crispness. I hope you love it! Thanks, Traci!

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  8. Linda says

    I love sugar snap peas. I eat them straight out of the bag like candy. This salad looks amazing, and I love that you added mint. This is definitely going on my list of summer salads.

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  10. Uma says

    I bet this will be crunchy and tasty 🙂 I like pea snaps very much and my kids too:) I usually sauté them with some spices.

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    • Jenn S. says

      Thanks, Uma! Definitely crunchy and delicious. Glad to hear you kids like the sugar snap peas too!

      Reply

  11. Mandy says

    Sugar snap peas are easily one of my absolute favorites to eat raw! Loving all the green in this salad and that dressing sounds perfect! Can’t wait to give it a try!

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    • Jenn S. says

      They are so sweet and crunchy and delicious! They are actually really easy to grow yourself too. Thanks for stopping by! Let me know if you try it!

      Reply

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