Spotlight on Snap Peas

You can find snap peas in the produce section, either loose or pre-packaged in a clear bag. Watch this video on how to buy, store, and prepare snap peas!

Recipes for Snap Peas

Garden Stir-Fry
Garbage Pasta Salad
Mint Sugar Snap Peas
Sesame Chicken with Peppers and Peas 

Snap peas, also known as sugar snap peas, contain fiber that helps keep you full and antioxidants like vitamin C and beta-carotene that help you be healthier. They are best eaten raw, or cooked for a short time, such as in stir-fries and sautés. The whole pod can be eaten, has a crunchy texture and a sweet flavor.

Snap peas do not require a lot of prep time in the kitchen. You can cut off the ends, and pull the string that runs down the middle of the pods, but you do not have to.

Here are some tips that can help you prepare snap peas in a snap!

1. In a stir-fry: Sauté (or  cook in a pan with a little oil)  snap peas with other vegetables you have, either fresh or frozen, add some soy sauce, and add to brown rice.
2. In a salad:  Mix snap peas with any other vegetables you like. They will add crunch and a bit of a sweet taste.
3. As a side dish: Sauté snap peas with a little bit of garlic for a side dish you can enjoy with your main course, like a roasted chicken.
4. In a sheet pan dinner: Roast with vegetables and fish in lemon and some oil. Try it with butternut squash and salmon. Cook at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 25 minutes.
5. As a snack: Serve snap peas and carrots with hummus or light ranch for a midday snack that works well for both grown-ups and children.