Buttered Sugar Snaps and Green Peas
Brighten up your dinner table with this quick and flavorful recipe for Buttered Sugar Snaps and Green Peas! Bursting with the natural sweetness of tender sugar snap peas and vibrant green peas, this dish is elevated by a luscious butter glaze infused with garlic and a zesty pop of fresh lemon. A sprinkle of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper brings balance, while optional fresh parsley adds a fragrant finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this effortless side dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a refreshing complement to roasted meats or seafood. Packed with color, taste, and texture, this recipe celebrates the best of seasonal produce in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams sugar snap peas
- 150 grams green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
Instructions
Rinse the sugar snap peas thoroughly under cold water and trim off the stringy ends, if necessary.
If using fresh green peas, shell them and set aside. If using frozen green peas, measure out the peas and allow them to thaw slightly.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until it begins to foam.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Add the sugar snap peas and green peas to the pan. Stir well to coat the vegetables in the butter.
Season the peas with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Continue to cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peas are tender-crisp and vibrant green.
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the lemon zest. Toss gently to combine.
Transfer the buttered sugar snaps and green peas to a serving platter, garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
540 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.7 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 780 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 20.4 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 403 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
