Lemon Snap Peas
Brighten up your side dish game with this quick and vibrant recipe for Lemon Snap Peas! Crisp, garden-fresh snap peas are sautéed in a luscious blend of butter, olive oil, and garlic, then finished with a burst of zesty lemon zest and juice for a fresh, citrusy kick. A touch of salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes elevate the natural sweetness of the peas, creating a perfectly balanced dish. Ready in just 12 minutes, this simple yet flavor-packed recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as a light, refreshing accompaniment to your favorite mains. Serve them warm to enjoy the perfect combination of tender-crisp texture and bold, aromatic flavors.
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Ingredients
- 400 grams fresh snap peas
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon optional red pepper flakes
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the snap peas under cold water and trim the stem ends if needed.
Step 2
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Step 3
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and frothy.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
Step 5
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the snap peas to the pan. Toss them to coat in the garlic butter mixture.
Step 6
Cook the snap peas for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are bright green and just tender but still crisp.
Step 7
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Toss to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 8
Remove the snap peas from the heat and transfer to a serving dish. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (468.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 514.1 |
| Total Fat 38.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1201.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 33.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.5g | |
| Protein 12.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 197.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 861.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories