Field Pea, Corn, and Bacon Salad

Ingredients

  • 4 bacon slices, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked shelled fresh lady cream peas
  • 1 cup fresh corn kernels (from 2 ears)
  • 1/2 cup sweet onion
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons Summer Sauce
  • Summer Sauce
  • 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
  • 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
  • 1/4 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest, plus 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 garlic clove

Preparation

Step 1

Cook chopped bacon in a skillet over medium until crisp. Transfer bacon to a plate lined with paper towels; reserve 1 tablespoon drippings in skillet. Reduce heat to medium. Add peas, corn, onion, and water to skillet. Cook until peas are tender, about 7 minutes. Stir in bacon and Summer Sauce. Serve warm.

Summer Sauce: Process all ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth. Add additional salt or lemon juice, if desired. Cover and chill until ready to use. Use within 2 days.