Snap Pea Radish Spring Tahini (Printable)

Crisp snap peas and thinly sliced radishes tossed with herbs and a creamy tahini-lemon dressing.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 7 oz (about 1 1/2 cups) snap peas, trimmed and halved on the diagonal
02 - 6 to 8 radishes, thinly sliced
03 - 2 spring onions (scallions), thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
05 - 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, 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)

# Steps:

01 - Trim snap peas and halve them diagonally. Thinly slice radishes and spring onions. Combine snap peas, radishes, spring onions, chopped mint and parsley in a large salad bowl.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl whisk together tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, maple syrup or honey, minced garlic, salt and pepper. Add cold water one tablespoon at a time until the dressing is smooth and pourable.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently with tongs or two spoons until all components are evenly coated, taking care not to bruise the herbs.
04 - Transfer the dressed salad to a serving platter or individual bowls. Scatter toasted sesame seeds and, if using, lemon zest over the top.
05 - Serve immediately for best texture and brightness. To make ahead, store dressing separately in the refrigerator and toss with the vegetables just before serving; consume within a few hours once dressed.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The zingy tahini dressing clings to every crisp bite, making veggies feel indulgent.
  • It comes together in fifteen minutes, letting you enjoy spring’s best flavors without fuss.
02 -
  • If you overdress the salad, it can get soggy within minutes—add less dressing than you think, then taste.
  • Let the tahini and lemon mingle for a few minutes before thinning with water—the flavors round out beautifully.
03 -
  • For extra crunch, serve with a handful of toasted nuts or pumpkin seeds alongside the sesame.
  • Add lemon zest directly to the dressing for a deeper citrus aroma.
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