Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 small sweet onion , diced
1 cup fresh shelled green peas
1/2 cup low sodium , low fat vegetable broth
1/2 pound sugar snap peas , trimmed
1/2 pound snow peas , trimmed
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
salt and pepper to taste
1 medium head radicchio
Spring Pea Medley with Edible Bowl is a delicious, healthy, and colorful recipe that can be served as an appetizer or a main dish. The addition of three types of peas - green peas, sugar snap peas, and snow peas - creates a medley of flavors and textures that pair perfectly with the edible bowl made of radicchio. This unique dish brings an interesting and dynamic approach to traditional springtime ingredients. This recipe is easy to follow and prepares quickly and is sure to impress your family and guests. Carving out the radicchio bowl is a fun activity that kids and adults can enjoy!

Instructions

1.Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened.
2.Add green peas and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until the green peas are tender.
3.Stir in the sugar snap peas and snow peas. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the peas are crisp-tender.
4.Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
5.Cut the radicchio head into quarters and remove the core. Place one quarter of the radicchio in each bowl. Spoon the pea medley over the radicchio. Enjoy both pea medley and the bowl!

PROS

The Spring Pea Medley with Edible Bowl has an earthy and sweet flavor from the combination of green peas, sugar snap peas, and snow peas.
The dish is gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan.
The edible bowl made of radicchio provides a delicious crunch, and it’s perfect for consumers looking for a low-carb option.

CONS

While this recipe is nutritious, it may not be suitable for consumers who are allergic to peas and radicchio.
The preparation of the edible bowl can be challenging for beginners, but once mastered, it’s a presentation that is both tasty and visually appealing.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Peas provide a significant amount of vitamin C and vitamin K, and they are also rich sources of dietary fiber and plant-based protein. The edible bowl made of radicchio is low in calories and high in fiber, which is essential for digestion health. Additionally, studies have shown that radicchio is high in anti-inflammatory compounds and antioxidants.

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