Spring Pea Salad

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
• 1 tablespoon capers, roughly chopped
• 1 small shallot, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound green peas, blanched (if fresh) or thawed (if frozen)
• 1/2 cup (4 ounces) crumbled goat cheese

Preparation

1. In a medium bowl, combine the mint, capers, shallot, zest, oil, salt, and pepper. Add the peas and goat cheese and toss gently. Serve at room temperature.