Best 2 Pesto Pea Salad Recipes

**Pesto Pea Salad: A Refreshing and Flavorful Side Dish**

Dive into a symphony of flavors with our delectable Pesto Pea Salad, a vibrant dish that will tantalize your taste buds. This salad is a delightful blend of fresh green peas, crisp sugar snap peas, and aromatic basil pesto, creating a refreshing and flavorful side dish perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant green hue and medley of textures, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Discover the culinary delight of our Pesto Pea Salad, an easy-to-make recipe that will add a touch of elegance to your next meal.

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PESTO PEA SALAD

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This is a very different salad, with a beautiful presentation. We thought it was delicious and wanted to share it with you. It even keeps well. The recipe comes from Ina Garten / The Barefoot Contessa.

Provided by Pianolady

Categories Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 cups frozen peas
2 tablespoons pignolis, toasted (pine nuts)
2 1/2 cups baby spinach leaves
4 tablespoons pesto sauce

Steps:

Cook the peas in a pot of boiling, salted water for 1 minute.
Immediately immerse the peas in a bowl of ice cold water, and drain when fully cooled.
To assemble, place the spinach leaves in a salad bowl.
Sprinkle the peas and pignolis over the spinach.
Add the pesto and toss.
Note: To toast pignolis, place them in a dry saute pan and cook over medium heat for about 4 minutes, until evenly browned-- tossing frequently.
Enjoy!

PESTO PEA SALAD

PESTO PEA SALAD image

Categories Salad Vegetable Side

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 c frozen peas
2 tbsp pignolis, toasted
2 1/2 cups baby spinach leaves
4 tbsp pesto, recipe follows

Steps:

Cook the peas in a pot of boiling salted water for 1 minute. Immediately immerse the peas in a bowl ice cold water, and drain when fully cooled. To assemble, place the spinach leaves in a salad bowl. Sprinkle the peas and pignolis over the spinach. Add the pesto and toss. Note: To toast pignolis, place them in a dry saute pan and cook over medium hear for about 4 minutes, until evenly browned tossing frequently

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
If you don't have fresh peas, you can use frozen peas. Just thaw them before using.
You can use any type of pesto you like in this recipe. If you don't have homemade pesto, you can use store-bought.
If you are short on time, you can skip the step of blanching the peas.
This salad is best served fresh, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This pesto pea salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its vibrant colors and flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.