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Easy Spinach and Pea Salad

This easy Spinach and Pea Salad with pesto is a light and healthy dish with 4 ingredients and is always a crowd pleaser.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 126kcal
Author: Stephanie Wilson

Ingredients

  • 2 cups frozen peas (or fresh peas)
  • 3 cups baby spinach leaves
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 4 tablespoons pesto

For Serving (optional)

  • 2 tablespoons toasted nuts like hazelnuts, walnuts, or pecans
  • shredded Parmesan or feta
  • basil leaves

Instructions

  • Cook the frozen peas in a sauce pan with salted boiling water for 1 minute. Immediately immerse the peas in ice cold water and let soak until cooled and then drain.
  • Place spinach leaves in a salad bowl. Sprinkle with peas, chopped red onion, and chopped nuts and Parmesan (or feta) if using. Add the pesto and toss together until evenly coated.
  • Serve with additional toasted nuts, cheese, and fresh herbs, like basil, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 162mg | Potassium: 317mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2967IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 2mg