Asian Pea and Lettuce Salad

This salad is packed with flavor and texture.  Consume as-is or add some chicken or shrimp!
 
Preparation time 20 min
Cooking time 5 min
Makes 4 servings
 
Ingredients:
2cups(500ml)shelled or frozen peas
½ red or yellow pepper
½ small fennel or peeled daikon or jicama
1 head Boston lettuce
2tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil
2tsp (10ml) dark sesame oil
1tbsp (15ml) soy sauce
1tbsp (15ml) finely grated fresh ginger
1tsp (5ml) granulated sugar
Sesame seeds (optional)

1. Partially fill a large saucepan with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add peas. Boil, uncovered, until tender, 5 to 15 min. Frozen peas need about 4 min. Meanwhile, finely mince pepper and fennel. Separate lettuce leaves, then shred. Place pepper, fennel and lettuce in a large bowl.

2. In a small bowl, whisk oils with soy, ginger and sugar until dissolved. When peas are done, drain and rinse under cold running water. Pat dry with paper towels, then add to vegetables. Drizzle with dressing and toss just before serving. Add a sprinkle of sesame seeds.