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Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad

Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad: Fresh, Flavorful, and Fun!

A vibrant and crunchy Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad that celebrates spring with fresh ingredients and a spicy dressing.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Snap Peas Slice on a bias for improved flavor
  • 1 cup Edamame Blanch before adding
  • 3 stalks Scallions Use the green tops for garnish
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Substitute with basil if desired
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Rice wine vinegar works as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds Can be omitted if necessary
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup is a great vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Finely grated for best distribution
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Crisp Adjust according to heat preference
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Regular sesame oil for balanced flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Pot
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Heat-proof bowl
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Blanch Edamame: Bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add frozen edamame and cook for 3 minutes until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to preserve color.
  2. Prep Vegetables: Wash and slice snap peas on a bias. In a mixing bowl, combine snap peas, cooled edamame, chopped scallions, and cilantro. Drizzle with lemon juice and toss.
  3. Make Dressing: In a heat-proof bowl, combine toasted sesame seeds, honey, grated ginger, and chili crisp. Heat sesame oil, then pour over the mixture, stirring to combine.
  4. Finish Salad: Pour dressing over the salad mixture. Season with kosher salt, tossing to ensure all ingredients are coated. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately to maintain the crunch of the snap peas. Adjust chili crisp for desired spice level.

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