SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH YOGURT, FETA AND DILL
Much of the appeal of sugar snap peas comes from their juicy, sweet crunch, which means you'll want to take care when blanching them. They turn from perfectly crisp-tender to soft in seconds. The key is to have a bowl of salted ice water next to the stove and a slotted spoon at the ready. The salt in the ice water seasons the peas, and the ice stops them from overcooking. In this savory salad, they're tossed with a garlicky dressing for brightness, and a creamy feta-yogurt sauce for richness. Serve them with crusty bread as a summery appetizer, or as a side dish for grilled fish or meats.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Have ready a bowl of well-salted ice water and a slotted spoon next to the stove. Drop peas into boiling water and cook until crisp-tender, about 1 minute. Use the spoon to transfer peas to ice water to cool completely. Drain well and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- When cool enough to handle, put the peas on a cutting board and slice them in half, crosswise.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together garlic and lemon juice. Stir in salt and pepper. Whisk in 3 tablespoons olive oil. Add the halved peas, fennel, dill and scallions, and toss well. Taste and add more lemon juice, olive oil or salt if needed.
- In a small bowl, stir together the yogurt, 1/4 cup feta, lemon zest, and the remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Season with salt, pepper and lemon juice, to taste.
- Spread the yogurt on a serving platter, and spoon the peas on top. Scatter remaining 1/4 cup feta on top, drizzle with more oil, and top with herbs. Serve as a side dish or scooped onto crusty bread as an appetizer.
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Zaynab Bjl
[email protected]This recipe was a total flop! The peas were overcooked and the yogurt-feta-dill sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
jamyla lofton
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of peas, but I actually really enjoyed this recipe. The yogurt-feta-dill sauce was delicious and really helped to elevate the peas.
Riva Ahmed
[email protected]This was an easy and delicious recipe! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The yogurt-feta-dill sauce was especially tasty.
Sahil Jutt
[email protected]Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. The peas were cooked perfectly and the yogurt-feta-dill sauce was flavorful. However, I think it could have used a bit more spice.
Quentin Faulk
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I should have used less feta cheese.
lokman ali
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my peas turned out overcooked. I think I should have cooked them for a shorter amount of time.
Azab Abderhman
[email protected]This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used some more spices or herbs.
Ko Htet
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm glad I tried it! The yogurt-feta-dill sauce was surprisingly delicious, and the peas were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Gloria Nzoma
[email protected]These sugar snap peas were a hit! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the peas were perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Ahmed adel elaskalany
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the final dish was delicious! The yogurt-feta-dill sauce was a great way to add some extra flavor to the peas, and the toasted walnuts added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
mariusz hajduk
[email protected]These sugar snap peas were a delightful surprise! The yogurt-feta-dill sauce was creamy, tangy, and flavorful, and it perfectly complemented the crisp, sweet peas. I especially loved the added crunch from the toasted walnuts.