Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Chill time: 20 minutes
Makes: 2 cups
Nutrition Facts: View Label
Cook time: 20 minutes
Chill time: 20 minutes
Makes: 2 cups
Nutrition Facts: View Label
Ingredients
½ cup dry split peas (green, yellow, or a mix)
1 ½ cups broth (any flavor)
2 green onion (or 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped)
1 cup tomatoes, diced
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
¼ cup Italian salad dressing
Directions
1. In a small saucepan, combine split peas and water or broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until just tender but still holding their shape, 20 minutes. Drain if needed. Set aside to cool.
2. In a bowl, combine the cooked split peas, onion, tomatoes and parsley. Add the dressing and toss lightly.
3. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Comment
The flavor of this salad will vary a bit due to the salad dressing used. However, I have made it and served this salad at a few events and it has been very popular with adults. It is very affordable and easy to make, a little unusual, but quite tasty!