Pea and Mint Salad with Prosciutto

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A bright and elegant salad combining sweet peas, fresh mint, and salty prosciutto, dressed with a light vinaigrette. This italian-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs English peas, Fresh mint leaves, Prosciutto into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 200 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Blanch peas in boiling water for 2 minutes, then shock in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine peas, mint leaves, and prosciutto slices.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  4. Step 4: Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately for best flavor.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pea and Mint Salad with Prosciutto take to make?

Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Pea and Mint Salad with Prosciutto?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep english peas from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pea and Mint Salad with Prosciutto?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Pea and Mint Salad with Prosciutto for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Pea and Mint Salad with Prosciutto?

Italian salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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