Snap Pea Radish Tahini Salad (Printable Version)

Snap peas, radishes and herbs with silky tahini — quick, fresh spring fare for light lunches.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 cups snap peas, trimmed and halved on the diagonal
02 - 6–8 radishes, thinly sliced
03 - 2 scallions (spring onions), thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
05 - 1 cup fresh parsley leaves, roughly chopped

→ Tahini Dressing

06 - 3 tablespoons tahini
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
10 - 2 tablespoons cold water, plus more as needed
11 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Toppings

14 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
15 - Zest of 1 lemon (optional)

# How to Prepare:

01 - Trim the snap peas and slice them on the diagonal. Thinly slice the radishes and scallions. Combine the snap peas, radishes, scallions, mint and parsley in a large bowl.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, olive oil and maple syrup or honey. Add the minced garlic, salt and pepper, then whisk in cold water one tablespoon at a time until the mixture is smooth and pourable.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently until all pieces are evenly coated, using a folding motion to avoid bruising the herbs.
04 - Transfer the dressed salad to a serving platter or individual bowls. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and finish with lemon zest if using.
05 - Serve immediately to preserve the salad's crisp texture and bright flavors; keep dressing separate if preparing ahead and toss just before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Friends will think you special ordered the dressing—it’s truly that creamy and vibrant.
  • You can whip this up in less than twenty minutes, and it dresses up any table with cheerful spring flair.
02 -
  • If you overdress the salad, the herbs and peas lose their pop—start with less and add more dressing as you toss.
  • Whisking the tahini with lemon first prevents clumping; adding water slowly is crucial for a perfectly smooth sauce.
03 -
  • Toasting the sesame seeds yourself takes just a moment and gives far more flavor than buying pre-toasted.
  • Let the salad rest for two minutes before serving so the dressing clings perfectly to every piece.
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