Sugar snap peas with onions
Enjoy a delightful blend of flavors with this Sugar Snap Peas recipe. Crisp snap peas, aromatic onions, and refreshing spearmint are seared to perfection, enhanced with a touch of lemon zest and juice, a dash of seasoning, and a hint of sugar. Perfect as a side dish or a light snack, this recipe combines simple ingredients for a fresh and vibrant taste. Ready in minutes and bursting with flavor!
Cook time 10 min
Prep time 15 min
Ingredients:
1/4 tsp sugar4 cups peas
1 dash black pepper
3 tbsp spearmint
1 tsp lemon zest
1 dash salt
4 onions
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp olive oil
Sugar snap peas with onions is a vibrant and refreshing dish that makes for a perfect side or light main course. This easy-to-follow recipe highlights the crispness of sugar snap peas, the subtle sweetness of caramelized onions, and the zesty freshness of lemon and spearmint. It’s a delightful way to enjoy seasonal produce with minimal effort!
Instructions:
- Wash the sugar snap peas thoroughly and pat them dry.
- Slice the onions thinly.
- Chop the fresh spearmint, zest the lemon, and extract the lemon juice.
2. Heat the Oil:
- In a large skillet, heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the thinly sliced onions to the skillet. Sauté them for about 3-4 minutes, or until they begin to soften and turn translucent.
- Add the sugar snap peas to the skillet. Stir-fry them with the onions for about 4-5 minutes, until the peas are tender-crisp and have a few browned spots.
- Sprinkle in the 1/4 teaspoon of sugar, a dash of salt, and a dash of black pepper. Stir well to coat the vegetables evenly with the seasoning.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add the 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, and the 3 tablespoons of chopped spearmint. Stir everything together gently, making sure the peas and onions are well mixed with the lemon and mint.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Transfer the seared sugar snap peas and onions to a serving dish.
- Serve immediately, garnished with a few extra spearmint leaves if desired. This dish makes a fresh, zesty side perfect for any meal.
Tips:
- Make sure to wash and dry the sugar snap peas thoroughly before cooking to ensure they stay crisp.
- Don’t overcook the peas; they should remain bright green and tender-crisp.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice and zest according to your preference for a more or less intense citrus flavor.
- Fresh spearmint is key to this dish’s vibrant flavor. If you can’t find fresh spearmint, fresh mint of another variety can be used but the taste will be slightly different.
- Sear the onions until they are nicely caramelized for an added layer of sweetness and depth.
- Add the black pepper and salt to taste, but remember that a little goes a long way!
This Sugar snap peas with onions recipe is an explosion of flavors and textures. The result is a healthy, flavorful dish that pairs well with a variety of proteins or can be enjoyed on its own. With its combination of crisp peas, tender onions, and a hint of citrus and mint, it is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Nutrition per serving
1 ServingsCalories 230kcal
Protein 14g
Carbohydrates 44g
Fiber 13g
Sugar 16g
Fat 27g
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