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Fresh Snap Pea Salad Recipe with Radishes and Easy Zesty Lemon Dressing

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A refreshing and crisp snap pea salad with peppery radishes and a bright, zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for a quick, light meal or side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups snap peas, trimmed and halved (about 200g)
  • 6–8 medium radishes, thinly sliced (about 100g)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
  • Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 2 cups (about 200g) of snap peas under cold water. Trim the ends and slice them in half lengthwise, keeping them fresh and crisp. Do not blanch or cook. This should take about 5 minutes.
  2. Thinly slice 6-8 medium radishes (about 100g). Aim for thin slices for even flavor and presentation. This step will take around 5 minutes.
  3. Roughly chop 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley to add a fresh, herbal note.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon of honey or maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard. Season with about ½ teaspoon kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Whisk until the dressing is smooth and slightly thickened. This should take about 3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Combine the snap peas, radishes, and parsley in a large mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over and toss gently but thoroughly to coat evenly without drowning the salad.
  6. Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld while maintaining crisp texture. Toss again before serving if made ahead.

Notes

Keep snap peas raw to preserve their natural crunch and sweetness. Thinly slice radishes for balanced flavor. Whisk dressing until emulsified for best texture. Let salad rest 5-10 minutes before serving to meld flavors without losing crunch. Store dressing separately if making ahead to keep salad crisp.

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