Pea and Mint Salad with Prosciutto
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 shelled English peas, chopped Fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced 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.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, shelled English peas
- 1/4 cup, chopped Fresh mint leaves
- 4 slices, thinly sliced Prosciutto
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Honey
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Blanch peas in boiling water for 2 minutes, then shock in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine peas, mint leaves, and prosciutto slices.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Step 4: Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately for best flavor.
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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 shelled 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
