Snow Peas with Fresh Mint
Brighten up your table with this quick and vibrant recipe for Snow Peas with Fresh Mint, a flavorful side dish that celebrates the crisp sweetness of snow peas paired with zesty lemon and refreshing mint. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish combines tender-crisp stir-fried snow peas with aromatic garlic, a touch of olive oil, and a sprinkle of sea salt and black pepper for balanced seasoning. Chopped fresh mint leaves and a hint of lemon zest elevate the flavors, making it a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, fish, or plant-based entrées. Packed with nutrients and bursting with garden-fresh flavors, this dish is a light, healthy option for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams snow peas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Rinse the snow peas under cold water and trim the ends. Remove the stringy fibrous strip on each pod, if needed.
Mince the garlic cloves finely and set aside.
Roughly chop the fresh mint leaves and set aside. Use a sharp knife to grate the lemon zest and reserve it for garnish.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
Throw in the snow peas and toss them in the garlic oil. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.
Sprinkle in the sea salt and black pepper, stirring to combine.
Remove the pan from the heat and immediately toss the snow peas with the fresh mint and lemon zest.
Transfer the snow peas to a serving bowl and serve warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
81 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.6 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 489 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 237 mg | 5% | |
*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.
