Get ready to transform your boring salad routine with these mind-blowing Crispy Pea Fritters that will make your taste buds dance! 🌿✨ Imagine golden, crunchy fritters nestled on a bed of fresh mixed greens, bursting with vibrant green flavors and a zesty lemon twist. This vegetarian delight is not just a meal, it's a culinary adventure that proves healthy eating can be absolutely delicious and exciting. Whether you're a veggie lover or just looking to shake up your dinner repertoire, these Crispy Pea Fritter Salads are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Frozen peas
- Flour
- Egg
- Green onions, chopped
- Fresh mint, chopped
- Salt
- Pepper
- Olive oil for frying
- Mixed greens
- Lemon for garnish
Instructions
- Thaw frozen peas completely and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peas, chopped green onions, and fresh mint. Mash the peas slightly with a fork to help them bind together.
- Add flour, beaten egg, salt, and pepper to the pea mixture. Mix thoroughly until a cohesive batter forms that can be shaped into small patties.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, ensuring enough oil to cover the bottom of the pan.
- Using wet hands, form small fritters about 2 inches in diameter from the pea mixture. Gently place them into the hot oil.
- Fry the fritters for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy, turning carefully with a spatula.
- Remove fritters and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Arrange mixed greens on a serving platter and place warm pea fritters on top of the greens.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salad just before serving to add brightness and enhance the flavors.
- Serve immediately while fritters are still warm and crisp.
Tips
- Ensure peas are completely dry before mixing to prevent soggy fritters
- Use wet hands when forming patties to prevent mixture from sticking
- Maintain medium-high heat for perfect golden-brown crispiness
- Don't overcrowd the pan while frying to ensure even cooking
- Let fritters drain on paper towels to keep them crisp
- Serve immediately for maximum crunch and flavor
- Experiment with additional herbs like parsley or dill for extra complexity
- Use a non-stick skillet for easier fritter flipping
- For extra protein, consider adding crumbled feta or goat cheese on top
- Adjust seasoning to taste and don't be afraid to get creative!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 50mg
