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Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad

Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad: Your New Springtime Crunch Fix

This Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad showcases vibrant spring produce and a spicy-sweet dressing, making it a must-try for health-conscious and flavor-seeking individuals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Snap Peas Fresh, sliced on a bias
  • 1 cup Edamame Frozen, shelled, blanched
  • 2 scallions Scallions Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Fresh, chopped
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds Can substitute with unsweetened raw seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup works as a vegan alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Freshly grated
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Crisp Adjust for desired heat level
  • 1 tablespoons Sesame Oil Avoid toasted to keep flavors light

Equipment

  • Pot
  • large mixing bowl
  • heat-proof bowl
  • Small pan
  • Tongs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add frozen shelled edamame and cook for about 3 minutes until floating. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Wash snap peas and slice on a bias. In a large mixing bowl, combine snap peas, cooked edamame, chopped scallions, and cilantro. Drizzle with lemon juice and toss gently.
  3. In a heat-proof bowl, combine sesame seeds, honey, grated ginger, and chili crisp. Heat sesame oil in a small pan, then pour it over the mixture. Stir well.
  4. Pour dressing over the salad mixture, using tongs to gently toss everything together, ensuring it's coated.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dress the salad just before serving to maintain its crunch. Components can be prepped ahead but store dressing separately.

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