Sunday, June 6, 2010

Whole Grain Spring Salad with Peas and Fresh Herbs

Snap pea season is here! This would also work with regular shelled peas, or even chopped snow peas. For herbs, I used cilantro and mint because I have them in abundance right now, but parsley and/or basil would work nicely as well. You could also use chives in place of the onion.

3-4 cups cold cooked brown rice, bulgar, or quinoa (or combination)
3-4 Tbsp olive oil (or to taste)
1-2 Tbsp lemon juice
1 1/2 cups snap peas, whole or in 1/2-inch chunks
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup minced red onion (spring onion works well)
1 Tbsp minced green garlic (optional)
1/2 cup crumbled feta (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste

Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. If not serving immediately, refrigerate.

Serves 4-6.

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