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Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad 2025 12 28 114911 150x150 1

Chili Crisp Snap Pea Salad

A quick, crunchy, and spicy salad featuring snap peas and edamame, perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (140 g) frozen shelled edamame, thawed and drained
  • 1 package (6.5 oz or 180 g) snap peas, thinly sliced on a bias
  • 1/4 cup packed cilantro, finely chopped
  • 4 scallions, thinly sliced on a bias
  • 1 tbsp (10 g) lemon juice
  • 2 tsp (3 g) toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 tsp (10 g) honey
  • 2 tsp (11 g) finely grated ginger
  • 1 tsp (6 g) chili crisp (use your favorite and adjust to taste)
  • 2 tbsp (16 g) sesame oil
  • Kosher salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Thaw the edamame by running under warm water or microwaving for 30–45 seconds; drain well.
  2. Slice the snap peas on a bias and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add the edamame, chopped cilantro, and sliced scallions to the bowl.
  4. Whisk the lemon juice, honey, grated ginger, chili crisp, sesame oil, and a pinch of kosher salt in a small bowl until combined.
  5. Pour the dressing over the veggies and toss gently until everything is coated.
  6. Taste and adjust salt or chili crisp for spice level.
  7. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the salad and serve immediately or chill briefly for a colder salad.

Notes

Use a light hand with chili crisp at first  you can always add more. Dry the edamame well so the dressing sticks. Slice snap peas on a diagonal for better texture and presentation. Make the dressing ahead for faster assembly.

  • Author: soukaina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Vegetarian