{"id":5804,"date":"2026-06-13T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-13T07:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smartkitchen30.com\/?p=5804"},"modified":"2026-06-23T15:03:28","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T14:03:28","slug":"fresh-pea-salad-with-pancetta-gorgonzola-easy-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smartkitchen30.com\/it\/recipes-en\/fresh-pea-salad-with-pancetta-gorgonzola-easy-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Fresh Pea Salad with Pancetta &#038; Gorgonzola \u2013 Easy Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Delicious Pea Salad with Pancetta &amp; Gorgonzola<\/h1>\n<p>This recipe truly maximises efficiency by cooking the pancetta whilst the peas blanch, making it a brilliant choice for those busy evenings. Designed for minimal active time, it allows you to bring a fresh, flavourful dish to the table in around half an hour. It offers a light and tasty alternative to more traditional side dishes, perfect for adding vibrant colour and delightful flavour to your meal without any fuss or complexity.<\/p>\n<h2>Quick Overview<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Preparation Time: 10 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Cooking Time: 15 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Total Time: 25 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Difficulty: Easy<\/li>\n<li>Serves: 4<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>14.1 oz (400g) fresh or frozen peas<\/li>\n<li>5.3 oz (150g) smoked diced pancetta<\/li>\n<li>3.5 oz (100g) mild Gorgonzola, crumbled<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 small red onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n<li>3 tablespoons light mayonnaise<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon Greek yoghurt (optional, for extra creaminess)<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped (or parsley)<\/li>\n<li>Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Method<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Bring a pot of lightly salted water to the boil. Add the peas and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until tender but still crisp. Drain immediately and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking; set aside.<\/li>\n<li>Meanwhile, heat a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Add the diced pancetta and cook for 7-9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and crispy. Remove the pancetta from the pan with a slotted spoon and place it on absorbent paper to drain excess fat.<\/li>\n<li>In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yoghurt (if using), lemon juice, chopped mint, salt, and pepper. Whisk well until you have a smooth sauce.<\/li>\n<li>Add the cooled peas, crispy pancetta, crumbled Gorgonzola, and finely chopped red onion to the bowl with the dressing.<\/li>\n<li>Gently mix all the ingredients until they are well combined and the peas are evenly coated in the sauce. Taste and adjust for salt and pepper if necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Serving &amp; Leftovers<\/h2>\n<p>Serve the pea salad immediately to enjoy the crispiness of the pancetta, or refrigerate for at least 15 minutes for a cooler, fresher taste. It can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. If preparing ahead, it&#8217;s best to add the pancetta just before serving to maintain its delightful crunch.<\/p>\n<h2>Nutrition<\/h2>\n<p>Nutritional values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portions.<\/p>\n<h2>One Last Thing<\/h2>\n<p>This pea salad exemplifies how simple ingredients can transform into a memorable dish with minimal effort. Its versatility makes it perfect for a light lunch or a vibrant side. Integrating such dishes into your routine simplifies meal planning, offering tasty, stress-free options.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This vibrant pea salad combines crisp pancetta, creamy Gorgonzola, and fresh peas for a truly irresistible side dish or light meal. It\u2019s perfect for a quick and flavourful addition to any spread.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5827,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"pmpro_default_level":"","_cloudinary_featured_overwrite":false,"ingredients_html_en_gb":"<div style=\"background:#f9f7f2;padding:25px;border-radius:10px;border:1px solid #e8e4db;font-family:sans-serif\">\r\n    <h3 style=\"text-align:center;margin-bottom:20px\">Shop ingredients<\/h3>\r\n    <div style=\"background:#fff;padding:15px;border-radius:5px;border:1px solid #eee\">\r\n      <div style=\"text-align:center;margin-bottom:15px;border-bottom:1px dashed #ccc;padding-bottom:10px\">\r\n        <strong style=\"color:#ee1c2e;margin-bottom:10px\">TESCO<\/strong>\r\n        <div style=\"margin-bottom:8px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tesco.com\/groceries\/en-GB\/search?query=peas\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color:#1a1a1a;text-decoration:underline\">Add peas 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