Chinese Sugar Snap Pea Salad
Crisp, vibrant, and full of bold flavors, this Chinese Sugar Snap Pea Salad is a refreshing delight that’s as easy to prepare as it is to savor. Blanched sugar snap peas provide a tender yet crunchy base, perfectly complemented by thinly sliced red bell peppers, julienned carrots, and fresh green onions. Tossed in a tangy sesame-ginger dressing made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a hint of honey, this salad hits all the right notes of savory, sweet, and umami. A sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds adds nutty depth and a satisfying crunch to every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for serving as a side dish or light main course, this recipe is ideal for healthy weeknight meals or as a show-stopping addition to any Asian-inspired menu. Serve immediately or chilled for an extra-refreshing twist!
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Ingredients
- 450 grams sugar snap peas
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 large carrot
- 3 stalks green onions
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 1 small garlic clove
Directions
Step 1
Wash the sugar snap peas thoroughly and trim the ends. If desired, pull away the strings along the seams of the peas.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and prepare a bowl with ice water. Blanch the sugar snap peas by boiling them for 2 minutes, then immediately transfer them to the ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and pat dry.
Step 3
Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips, peel and julienne the carrot, and finely slice the green onions. Set the vegetables aside.
Step 4
In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, freshly grated ginger, and minced garlic.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched sugar snap peas, red bell pepper strips, julienned carrot, and green onions.
Step 6
Pour the sesame dressing over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated.
Step 7
Sprinkle the salad with toasted sesame seeds and toss lightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 8
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving for a more refreshing option.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (803.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 702.8 |
| Total Fat 21.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2103.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 92.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 34.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 34.9g | |
| Protein 30.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 322.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 801.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories