Step 1

Wash then trim the ends from the snap peas. Place them in a steamer basket. Fill a pan with a few inches of water, then bring it to a boil. Add the steamer basket of snap peas and cover the pot. Steam for 2 minutes. Remove the snap peas immediately and run them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Alternatively, you can par-boil the peas by adding them directly to the boiling water for 1 minute, then draining and running the under the cold water. Allow them to cool and dry while you make the rest of the salad.

Step 2

Wash the lettuce then chop it into bite-sized pieces. Be sure to thoroughly dry the lettuce.

Step 3

Dice the cucumber, use a small spoon to remove the seeds if desired.

Step 4

Thinly slice the scallions and include half of the green parts, thinly sliced as well.

Step 5

Add the salad ingredients to a bowl.

Step 6

To make the dressing, add all the ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.

Step 7

Add half of the dressing to the salad and then, using your hand, mix it into all the ingredients. Add more if desired or serve on the side.

Step 8

Top with a bit of freshly ground pepper if desired.