Pea, Feta and Basil Salad
Preparation 10 mins
Serves 2
Egg-Free, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Wheat-Free

This fresh and zesty salad is a celebration of summer flavours: sweet crisp green peas, creamy salty feta, and fragrant basil tossed with protein-rich quinoa and a tangy homemade dressing. It’s quick to prepare and perfect for a light lunch or a vibrant side dish.
Ingredients
For the dressing:
- 75ml cold pressed rapeseed oil
- 15ml cider vinegar, we used Willy’s Live Apple Cider Vinegar
- 10ml lemon juice
- A pinch of salt and pepper
For the salad:
- 125g cooked quinoa, we used Merchant Gourmet Red and White cooked Quinoa
- 100g cooked green peas, fresh or frozen
- 100g vegetarian feta cheese, crumbled
- 20g pea shoots
- 3 large sprigs fresh basil, leaves only, torn
Method
- Make the dressing: In a small jar, combine the rapeseed oil, cider vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Seal the jar and shake well until emulsified.
- Assemble the salad: In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, peas, crumbled feta, pea shoots, and torn basil leaves. Toss gently. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately.
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