Sweet Pea & Tomato Salad

Packed with antioxidants from juicy tomatoes and fiber-rich sweet peas, this salad not only taste good but also supports heart health and digestion. With its mix of nourishing ingredients, this salad is a delicious way to boost your daily intake of essential vitamins and minerals.

Prepares 2 salads

Ingredients

Salad Base:

• 4 tomatoes on the vine, sliced in wedges

• 1 cup snow peas, sliced in half horizontally

• 6 mini cucumbers, sliced in half horizontally

• 1/4 cup feta cheese

Dressing:

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• Juice from 1 lemon

• 1 teaspoon honey

• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard

• 1/4 teaspoon thyme

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Salad Base:

   • Place the tomato wedges, snow peas, and mini cucumbers in a large salad bowl.

   • Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the vegetables.

2. Make the Dressing:

   • In a small bowl or a jar with a lid, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, thyme, salt, and pepper.

   • Whisk or shake well until the dressing is fully emulsified.

3. Assemble the Salad:

   • Drizzle the dressing over the salad base.

   • Toss gently to coat the vegetables and feta with the dressing.

4. Serve:

   • Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Benefits:

• Tomatoes: Rich in lycopene, which helps protect against some types of cancer and heart disease. Contains vitamin C which supports immune function and skin health.

• Snow Peas: Contain vitamin K which is essential for the synthesis of osteocalcin, a protein that binds calcium to bones, helping to maintain bone density and strength.

• Cucumbers: High water content helps keep you hydrated and aids in digestion.