A vibrant salad that encapsulates the flavors of fresh peas and the essence of Irish cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 cups fresh peas (or frozen peas thawed)
1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
4 cups crisp lettuce (such as romaine or butter lettuce), chopped
1/2 cup radishes, thinly sliced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
If using fresh peas, shell them from their pods carefully to avoid bruising them. Rinse them under cold water to remove any debris and set them aside in a bowl. If using frozen peas, make sure they are thoroughly thawed and drained, allowing them to reach room temperature for optimal texture.
In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped crisp lettuce, sliced radishes, and finely chopped red onion. Ensure that each vegetable is cut uniformly for a consistent bite throughout the salad.
Gently fold the fresh or thawed peas into the vegetable mixture, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Stir in the chopped fresh mint leaves into the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently to combine all ingredients, ensuring the dressing coats everything evenly.
