Spring Pea and Mint Salad
A vibrant, refreshing salad with tender peas, crisp mint, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing for a light spring dish. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 10 minutes pairs fresh or thawed frozen peas, chopped mint, crumbled feta cheese 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 150 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, fresh or thawed frozen peas
- 1/4 cup, chopped mint
- 1/4 cup, crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add peas and cook 2-3 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss peas, mint, and feta in the dressing until coated.
- Step 3: Chill for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional mint and feta for freshness.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spring Pea and Mint Salad take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 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 Spring Pea and Mint Salad?
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 fresh or thawed frozen peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spring Pea and Mint Salad?
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 Spring Pea and Mint Salad 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 Spring Pea and Mint Salad?
Mediterranean 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
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Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
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I've tried many general recipes and this is hands down the best.
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Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
