Feta Dressing over Peas

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

• 2 to 3 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions, including green parts

• 2 to 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh dill

• ½ teaspoon grated lemon zest

• 4 ounces crumbled French feta

• 2 cups shelled Fresh English peas 

• Kosher or sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

• Lemon half

Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil over high heat and prepare a bowl of ice water. Blanch the peas for about 1 minute, just until they lose their raw taste; they should still be firm. Drain and immediately plunge into ice water. When the peas are cool but not cold, drain them again. Lay them out on a clean towel and pat dry.

In a  bowl mash the feta with the olive oil, scallions, dill and lemon zest.  Add the peas and toss again gently. Season to taste with salt, pepper and lemon juice.  

Serves 4 to 6