Ina Garten Snap Pea Salad

This Ina Garten Snap Pea Salad is crisp and refreshing, which uses sugar snap peas and toasted sesame seeds for a crunchy side dish. It’s a light salad recipe, ready in about 45 minutes including chilling time.

Ina Garten Snap Pea Salad Ingredients

• 1 pound sugar snap peas
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 2 teaspoons coriander seeds
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons neutral oil (e.g., canola or vegetable oil)
• 2 teaspoons honey (or to taste)
• ½ teaspoon sesame oil
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ cup almonds, toasted

How To Make Ina Garten Snap Pea Salad

1. Prep snap peas: Trim stems and strings from snap peas, rinse, and soak briefly in cold water if needed to refresh.
2. Toast sesame seeds: Heat a dry skillet over medium-low and toast sesame seeds until golden and aromatic.
3. Toast and grind coriander: In the same skillet, toast coriander seeds until fragrant, then crush with a mortar and pestle or spice grinder.
4. Slice snap peas: Cut snap peas lengthwise into thin strips (3–4 strips per pea).
5. Mix salad: Combine sliced snap peas, ground coriander, toasted sesame seeds, garlic, almonds, rice vinegar, neutral oil, sesame oil, honey, and salt in a bowl. Toss to coat evenly.
6. Chill and serve: Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.

Recipe Tips

• How to keep snap peas crisp?
  Soak them briefly in ice water before slicing to restore crunch.
• Can I prep this salad ahead?
  Yes, make it up to 6 hours ahead and store chilled. Add nuts just before serving.
• How do I toast seeds without burning?
  Use low heat and stir frequently until aromatic — about 2–3 minutes.
• Can I swap almonds for another nut?
  Yes, cashews or pistachios work well for different flavor profiles.

What To Serve With Snap Pea Salad

This fresh salad pairs well with light main dishes such as:

• Grilled salmon or shrimp
• Roast chicken or turkey
• Asian-style noodles or rice dishes
• Spring rolls or dumplings

How To Store Snap Pea Salad

Refrigerate: Keep in an airtight container for up to 2 days; nuts may soften over time.

Do not freeze: Freezing will compromise the crunchy texture of the snap peas.

Snap Pea Salad Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 154 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 300mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and preparation method.

FAQs

Can I use frozen snap peas?
Fresh is best for crunch, but thawed frozen snap peas can work if drained well.

Is this salad vegan?
Yes, as long as you use plant-based honey or omit it.

What can I add for extra protein?
Top with grilled tofu, chicken, or edamame for a heartier salad.

Try More Recipes:

• Ina Garten Blini
• Ina Garten Pomegranate Cosmo
• Ina Garten Roasted Vegetable Frittata