10 Minute Sauteed Sugar Snap Peas
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10 Minute Sauteed Sugar Snap Peas
Description
The 10 Minute Sauteed Sugar Snap Peas recipe starts by trimming the ends of fresh sugar snap peas. They are quickly cooked in olive oil over medium heat, which coats the peas and lightly softens them while preserving their natural snap. Seasoned rice vinegar adds a bright acidity that cuts through the richness of the oil. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder evenly season the peas without overpowering their sweet flavor.
Toasted sesame seeds sprinkled on top provide a subtle nutty crunch that complements the tender texture of the snap peas. The sauté technique preserves their vibrant color and fresh taste. This side dish offers a simple, clean vegetable preparation that can accompany a variety of meals.
The recipe suggests substituting olive oil with sesame oil for a stronger sesame flavor and offers using fresh minced garlic instead of powder, noting to avoid burning it. You can prep by trimming peas in advance to save time before cooking.
Ingredients
- 1 lb sugar snap peas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil good
- 2 teaspoons seasoned rice vinegar
- 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted optional
Instructions
- Prep: Trim the ends off of the sugar snap peas.
- Cook: Heat olive oil in a 12 inch or larger skillet over medium heat. Add sugar snap peas and stir to coat the peas in the olive oil.
- Season: Add seasoned rice wine vinegar to the pan and stir to coat. Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder and stir to combine. Saute for 3-5 minutes until the sugar snap peas are tender.
- Serve: Finish with sesame seeds and serve!
Notes
- Use good quality olive oil or substitute with sesame oil for a deeper sesame flavor.
- Fresh garlic can replace garlic powder but add carefully to prevent burning.
- Trim sugar snap peas ahead of time for faster cooking when ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 91 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 91kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 441mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 240mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1234IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 68mg | 76% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 7% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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