Green Pea Pods with Tarragon Cream

4 servings

30 minutes

Green pea pods with tarragon cream is an exquisite dish of French cuisine that combines the freshness of young peas and the aromatic tenderness of tarragon. The peas, lightly boiled until tender and chilled, retain their crunchiness and rich flavor. A light mayonnaise and natural yogurt create an airy cream that gives the dish a velvety texture, while tarragon adds elegant notes of freshness. This combination of flavors makes this salad a wonderful addition to a summer table or a light appetizer before main courses. This recipe is inspired by the French tradition of using fresh seasonal vegetables highlighted by refined herbs. The dish is served chilled, making it ideal for hot days and pairs well with white wines or light snacks.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 113.3
• Proteins: 9.1g
• Fats: 1.6g
• Carbohydrates: 23g

Ingredients

• Green peas: 500 g
• Light mayonnaise: 2 tbsp
• Natural low-fat yogurt: 2 tbsp
• Chopped tarragon leaves: 1 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Boil the peeled pea pods in boiling water for 5-7 minutes until soft, then transfer to ice water and dry.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green peas: 500 g

2. In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, yogurt, and tarragon. Add salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Light mayonnaise: 2 tablespoons
   • Natural low-fat yogurt: 2 tablespoons
   • Chopped tarragon leaves: 1 tablespoon
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste

3. Add the chilled peas to the sauce and mix well. Serve chilled.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green peas: 500 g