Pea vines are harvested just before they begin to flower and create their fruit or pea pods. They are in season during the spring and fall months. Pea vines are a unique find, and are just as tasty as pea pods!
Ingredients:
1 handful of pea vines
1 bunch radishes, thinly sliced
3 ounces arugula, torn into bite sized pieces
2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon sucanat or sugar
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
Directions:
Prepare pea vines by cutting from roots, rinsing, drying, and cutting into 2 inch long pieces. Add pea vine, radishes, and arugula to a large salad bowl. Mix together with hands.
Whisk together tamari, vinegar, oil, sucanat, and red pepper flakes. Pour dressing over pea vine mixture and toss to coat. Allow to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes.
Arrange on serving dish and scatter the sesame seeds over the top. Serves 4.