Smashed Peas

St. Patrick’s Day may be over, but who says the green has to stop?

I was so surprised with the color I got from these smashed peas- it gave off such a bright green! What can I say? I’m a sucker for pretty colors. I’ve made this several times now and I found that this works as a dip, side dish, or spread (as pictured on top of my Irish Soda Bread). Besides the color, I love the refreshing and cool temperature. It makes me crave summer. Pool-side snack, perhaps?

Smashed Peas 

Ingredients:

2 cups organic, frozen peas

2 garlic cloves

1/4 cup shredded goat cheese

3 tbsp olive oil

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1/2 tbsp chives

1/2 tbsp parsley

1 tsp thyme

1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

1/2 tsp dill

salt and pepper, to taste

 Directions:

Place peas in a stainer and run under warm water until slightly soft. Put peas and the rest of the ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth. Either serve as a dip, spread, or side dish.

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