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Buttermilk Spring Pea Salad

  • Author: Chef Jamie Oliver

Description

A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring sweet spring peas, crisp vegetables, and a tangy buttermilk dressing. Perfect for picnics or as a light side dish.


Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • For the salad:
  • 2 cups fresh spring peas (or frozen, thawed)
  • 1 cup sugar snap peas, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • For the dressing:
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For garnish:
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. 1. In a large bowl, combine spring peas, sugar snap peas, radishes, red onion, and mint.
  2. 2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together buttermilk, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. 3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  4. 4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. 5. Before serving, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and toasted pine nuts.
  6. 6. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

For a creamier texture, blend the dressing ingredients in a food processor. Substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise if desired. Salad tastes best when served within 24 hours.