• 1 1/2 pounds peas in their pods
• Kosher salt
• Handful of pea tendrils, to garnish
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon minced shallot
• 1 tablespoon chiffonade of mint
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 4 ounces Pecorino Romano cheese, shaved or cut into small chunks

Shuck the peas; you should get about 2 cups of shucked peas. 

Bring a pot of water to a boil over medium heat. Season it with enough salt that it tastes like the sea. Prepare an ice bath in a large bowl. Add the peas to the boiling water and cook, at a simmer, until they are tender but not mushy (this can vary based on the size of the peas), 2 to 4 minutes. Drain the peas and immediately transfer them to the ice bath until completely cool. Drain and spread the peas on paper towels and allow them to dry completely.

In a bowl, combine the peas with the pea tendrils, olive oil, vinegar, shallot, and mint. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

To serve, divide the dressed peas across plates. Top with pecorino and finish with more pepper.