pea shoot

Young pea plant

Pea shoots are the young, tender stems and leaves of pea plants, harvested before the plant matures.

They have a mild, sweet flavor reminiscent of fresh peas and appear in salads, stir-fries, and as garnishes: The salad was topped with fresh pea shoots.

Also called pea tendrils or pea greens.

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plant maturity/growth stage

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Edible pod seed

split pea · field pea · garden pea

greens type/delicacy

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Sturdy leafy vegetable

kale · cabbage · mustard greens · chard · turnip greens

plant part harvested

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Seed-bearing vegetable shell

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