Balsamic Cashew Pea Salad

Brighten up your table with this irresistibly fresh and crunchy Balsamic Cashew Pea Salad! Bursting with vibrant flavors, this no-cook salad combines sweet, tender peas and buttery roasted cashews with the sharp tang of red onion and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an herby finish. Tossed in a silky balsamic dressing made with honey and Dijon mustard, this 15-minute recipe strikes the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or weeknight dinners, this refreshing side dish is easy to prepare and even better when chilled. Packed with texture and flavor, it’s a healthy and delightful addition to any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Frozen peas
• 1 cup Roasted cashews
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the frozen peas in a colander and run them under cold water for 2-3 minutes until they defrost. Shake off any excess water and transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Roughly chop the roasted cashews and add them to the bowl with the peas.

Step 3

Finely dice half a medium red onion. Add the diced onion to the bowl.

Step 4

Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad ingredients.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and emulsified.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the pea mixture and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to taste.

Step 8

Transfer the pea salad to a serving dish and serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving for a cooler, more refreshing dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	772.2 grams (772.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1403

Total Fat 79.10g	101%
Saturated Fat 13.20g	66%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1351mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate 137.70g	50%
Dietary Fiber 29.90g	107%
Total Sugars 62.50g
Protein 47.40g	95%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 210mg	16%
Iron 16mg	89%
Potassium 2204mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.0%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 37.9%