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Snow Pea Salad with Sesame Dressing

To trim edible-pod peas, such as sugar snap and snow, cut or snap off ends and pull up sharply to remove any string on the pea. Discard ends and strings. To blanch fresh peas (either shelled or whole edible-pod types), bring water to a boil in a large pan, then add peas. Cook just until they start to turn a brighter green, 15 to 30 seconds, then drain immediately. Rinse well under cold running water until cool, then drain again.

Snow Pea Salad with Sesame Dressing




James Carrier
 1 pound snow peas, trimmed and blanched
 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
 2 tablespoons soy sauce
 1 1/2 tablespoons Asian sesame oil
 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
 1 teaspoon sugar
 1/2 teaspoon hot Chinese mustard
 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Step 1
1

Stack several snow peas and slice on the diagonal into 1/4-inch-wide strips. Repeat to slice remaining peas.

Step 2
2

In a large bowl, whisk vegetable oil, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, sugar, and mustard until well combined. Add sliced snow peas and 1 tablespoon green onions; mix to coat. Cover and chill until cold, at least 1 hour, or up to 1 day.

Step 3
3

Just before serving, mound salad on a platter and sprinkle with remaining tablespoon green onions and the sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 132Calories from Fat 75
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g17%

Saturated Fat 1.4g7%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 352mg15%
Total Carbohydrate 7.2g3%

Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Protein 2.5g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.