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

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!

Rana Mia
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I love the bright green color of this salad. It's so cheerful and inviting. It's the perfect salad to serve at a spring or summer party.


Kay Jay
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover peas. I always have a bag of frozen peas in my freezer, so this is a quick and easy way to make a healthy and delicious meal.


Bafana Bekwayo
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I'm always looking for new and interesting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The pesto dressing is so flavorful and the peas add a nice sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.


DANGER _ZONE
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit at potlucks. I love that it's packed with fresh veggies and healthy fats. It's the perfect side dish for any occasion.


rahmat alli
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I'm not usually a fan of pea salads, but this one changed my mind. The pesto dressing is so flavorful and creamy, and the peas are perfectly cooked. I'll be making this again for sure!


Rajab ali Ali
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect meal on a hot summer day. I also love that it's so healthy - it's packed with vitamins and minerals.


shaun s
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes, and this one is a keeper. The pesto dressing is so flavorful and the peas add a nice sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Londeka Dube
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet peas and the crunchy almonds. They don't even realize they're eating healthy!


Phool Badan
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I'm not a huge fan of peas, but I really enjoyed this salad. The pesto dressing is so flavorful that it really masks the taste of the peas. I'll definitely be making this again.


Charlotte Mcguire
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The kids love the sweet peas and the adults love the tangy pesto dressing. It's a win-win!


Sm Mohan
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I'm always looking for new and interesting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The pesto dressing is so flavorful and the peas add a nice sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rabia Doll
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect meal on a hot summer day. I also love that it's so healthy - it's packed with vitamins and minerals.


Karolyna Cordoba
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I love the bright green color of this salad. It's so cheerful and inviting. It's the perfect salad to serve at a spring or summer party.


Prajwol Karki
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover peas. I always have a bag of frozen peas in my freezer, so this is a quick and easy way to make a healthy and delicious meal.


Private Number
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so versatile - I've added grilled chicken, shrimp, and even tofu to it. It's always delicious!


Lois Okorie
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it's packed with fresh veggies and healthy fats. It's the perfect side dish for any occasion.


Chris “Beaker” Good
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I'm not usually a fan of pea salads, but this one changed my mind. The pesto dressing is so flavorful and creamy, and the peas are perfectly cooked. I'll be making this again for sure!


Idris Rilwan
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This pesto pea salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of sweet peas, tangy pesto, and crunchy almonds was a real winner. I'll definitely be making this again.


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