Market Watch: Pea Shoots by Dana Angelo White in Farmers' Market Finds, July 11, 2011
- Tender, sweet, delicate pea shoots at the farmers' market.
A true farmers’ market find: Sweet and tender pea shoots are too delicate and perishable for the supermarket.
Pea shoots are the green, coiled tendrils of the pea plant with delicate rounded leaves. They’re bursting with nutrients like vitamin C, fiber and even some protein. Shoots have a subtle pea flavor and add a fresh bite to salads, seafood recipes, and summer rolls (see recipe below). You can also wilt them into soups or pasta dishes by tossing in right before serving.
Shopping Tip: Choose crisp and bright green shoots. Store in the refrigerator gently wrapped in a paper towel and a plastic bag, use within 2 days.
