How to Make Crunchy Pea and Water Chestnut Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Crunchy Pea and Water Chestnut Salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that is perfect for the summer months. This salad is packed with vibrant colors, bold flavors, and a satisfying crunch that will have you coming back for more. It's a great side dish for barbecues, picnics, or any outdoor gatherings, and it's also a great way to get your daily serving of vegetables in a delicious and creative way.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, smashed
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place frozen peas in a colander; rinse under hot water to thaw. Drain.
  • Mix peas, carrots, water chestnuts, and green onions together in a bowl.
  • Whisk vegetable oil, red wine vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, sugar, paprika, and dry mustard together in a separate bowl; pour over pea mixture. Marinate salad for at least 1 hour.
  • Stir mayonnaise into salad just before serving.
  • Nutrition

    239 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 408mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 38mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 311mg