Fresh Pea Peppers

Fresh Pea Peppers

2 cups fresh English peas (or any fresh pea that is available)
1/2 red onion
1 red bell pepper                  

¼ cup fresh Italian Parsley –finely chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
¼ cup finely shredded fresh Parmesan cheese
1 package mixed mini bell peppers for serving

 

Method:

1. Rinse and drain the peas. Bring three cups of water to boil.  Add the peas and cook uncovered for about five to six minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
2. Mince the onion and red bell pepper. Finely chop the Italian parsley. Grate the cheese, if necessary. In a large bowl, mix together the minced vegetables, mayonnaise, mustard and shredded cheese. Add the cooled peas (make sure they are completely cooled). Season with salt and pepper and refrigerate for at least one hour.
3. Rinse and dry mixed peppers. Cut the peppers in half and remove the ribs and seeds. Scoop pea salad into each small cup and garnish with small garlic flower or parsley leaf.

 

A different twist:

 

If you want to utilize more of the mixed peppers to make a larger quantity of hors d’oeuvres, simply slice the mixed peppers into rings and use a cucumber slice for the bottom. Finally, add a small scoop the pea salad on top. Very colorful and refreshing!

 

Or, slightly mash the pea salad and serve on warm crostinis.