Dilled Peas and Potatoes Vinaigrette

A colorful side dish of fresh dilled pea pods and sliced red potatoes served at room temperature—perfect for a springtime buffet.

Recipe Ingredients:

1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (16-ounce) package frozen pea pods
1/4 cup minced green onion
8 small red potatoes, cooked and sliced

Cooking Directions:

1. Combine first five ingredients in a jar with tight-fitting lid; shake to blend well.
2. Blanch peas in boiling water for 2 minutes; drain well.
3. Toss peas, green onion and potatoes with dressing; cover and let stand up to two hours, stirring occasionally.
4. Arrange salad on serving platter or in salad bowl. Serve at room temperature.

Makes 8 servings.

Recipe provided courtesy of National Pork Board