Description
This Creamy Cucumber Pea Salad is a refreshing and vibrant side dish perfect for warm days or as a light snack. Featuring a crisp medley of mini cucumbers, English peas, sugar snap peas, and radishes, all tossed in a tangy, creamy dressing made from Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh herbs, and a hint of garlic and lemon. Topped with crumbly feta cheese, this salad delivers a delightful balance of textures and flavors that can be prepared quickly and served immediately.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 cups thinly sliced mini cucumbers (~1/8″ thick)
- 1 1/2 cups English peas (frozen, cooked and cooled)
- 1 1/2 cups thinly sliced sugar snap peas
- 1 cup thinly sliced radishes (1/16″ thick)
Dressing & Toppings
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, plus more to taste
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
- 1 garlic clove, grated
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Peas: If using frozen English peas, cook them according to the package instructions, then rinse under cold water to cool them quickly and stop the cooking process.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, chopped fresh dill, chopped fresh chives, grated garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk thoroughly until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, add the thinly sliced mini cucumbers, cooked and cooled English peas, thinly sliced sugar snap peas, thinly sliced radishes, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Toss with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad components to taste. Gently toss all ingredients together to ensure an even coating of dressing. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and texture.
Notes
- To speed preparation, use thawed frozen peas instead of fresh.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste after tossing to avoid over-seasoning.
- Fresh herbs like dill and chives can be substituted with parsley or cilantro for different flavor profiles.
- This salad is best served the same day for optimal crunch and freshness.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
