Herbed Pea Salad in Lettuce Cups Recipe

Name: Herbed Pea Salad in Lettuce Cups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1/4 cup soy mayonnaise; 2 Tbs. white wine vinegar; 1 Tbs. lemon zest; 1 Tbs. minced shallots, optional; 1 tsp. Dijon mustard; 3/4 cup canola oil; 6 Tbs. slivered almonds; 2 cups frozen petite peas, thawed; 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill; 30 small inner leaves of butter lettuce, 2 to 3 inches wide each (about 3 heads lettuce)

Servings: persons

1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup soy mayonnaise
2 Tbs. white wine vinegar
1 Tbs. lemon zest
1 Tbs. minced shallots, optional
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
3/4 cup canola oil
6 Tbs. slivered almonds
2 cups frozen petite peas, thawed
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
30 small inner leaves of butter lettuce, 2 to 3 inches wide each (about 3 heads lettuce)

1
To make Vinaigrette: Whisk together all ingredients except oil in medium bowl.
2
Slowly whisk in oil.
3
Season to taste with salt and white pepper.
4
To make Lettuce Cups: Preheat oven to 325F.
5
Spread almonds on baking sheet and toast 5 to 10 minutes, or until golden.
6
Toss peas, dill, and toasted almonds with 9 Tbs.
7
vinaigrette in small bowl.
8
Place large spoonful of pea salad in center of each butter lettuce leaf or cup.
9
Drizzle each cup with 1 tsp.
10
vinaigrette.
11
Set on serving tray and serve immediately, or cover with damp paper towels until ready to serve.

1554

kcal

Calories

131

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1/4 cup soy mayonnaise, 2 Tbs. white wine vinegar, 1 Tbs. lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Herbed Pea Salad in Lettuce Cups falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Herbed Pea Salad in Lettuce Cups

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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