Glazed Sugar Snap Peas with Turnips
Delight your taste buds with the vibrant flavors of Glazed Sugar Snap Peas with Turnips—a side dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious! This quick and easy recipe combines the tender sweetness of sugar snap peas with the earthy richness of turnips, all coated in a glossy honey and thyme glaze. A hint of lemon zest brightens the dish, while optional toasted sesame seeds add a touch of crunch and nutty complexity. Perfect as a complement to roasted meats, grilled fish, or vegetarian mains, this 30-minute recipe is both elegant and approachable. With its balance of textures, seasonal ingredients, and aromatic glaze, this side dish is bound to steal the spotlight at your next meal.
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Ingredients
- 300 grams sugar snap peas
- 2 small turnips (peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.25 cup vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Prepare the sugar snap peas by trimming the ends and removing any tough strings along the edges. Peel and dice the turnips into 1/2-inch cubes.
Step 2
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the diced turnips to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and develop a light golden color.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add 2 tablespoons of butter, honey, vegetable stock, thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and coat the turnips in the glaze. Cover the pan with a lid and let the turnips simmer for another 5 minutes, until they are tender and the glaze has slightly thickened.
Step 5
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium. Add the sugar snap peas to the skillet and toss them with the glazed turnips. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peas are bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 6
Add the remaining tablespoon of butter and lemon zest to the skillet. Stir gently to melt the butter and coat the vegetables in the citrusy glaze.
Step 7
Transfer the glazed sugar snap peas and turnips to a serving dish. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, if desired, for an added crunch and nutty flavor.
Step 8
Serve warm as a side dish to complement roasted meats, grilled fish, or vegetarian mains.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (702.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 850.7 |
| Total Fat 51.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 23.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g | |
| Cholesterol 93mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1715.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 81.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 42.0g | |
| Protein 18.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 195.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 651.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories