Sugar snap peas with tarragon butter
Delight your taste buds with our Sugar Snap Peas with Tarragon Butter recipe. Combining crisp sugar snap peas, aromatic tarragon, zesty lemon, and a touch of butter, this dish is a perfect blend of freshness and flavor. Ready in minutes, it's an easy, delicious side that will complement any meal!
- 01 May 2024
- Cook time 25 min
- Prep time 25 min
- 4 Servings
- 7 Ingredients
Sugar snap peas with tarragon butter is a delightful and easy-to-make side dish that combines the freshness of peas with the subtle, aromatic flavor of tarragon. This quick recipe highlights the natural sweetness of the peas and enhances it with a zesty, buttery finish. Perfect for a light summer meal or as a complement to your favorite main course.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Wash the sugar snap peas thoroughly under cold running water. Trim the ends of each pea and remove the stringy part if present.
- Finely chop the onion.
- If using fresh tarragon, finely chop it.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt.
- Once the water is boiling, add the sugar snap peas and cook for about 2-3 minutes, just until they turn bright green and are tender-crisp.
- Drain the peas and immediately plunge them into a bowl of ice water to halt the cooking process and retain their bright color. Drain again and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for about 2-3 minutes, until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Stir in the tarragon, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper, and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the blanched sugar snap peas to the skillet with the tarragon butter mixture.
- Toss to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the peas are well-coated and heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Transfer the sugar snap peas to a serving dish.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant and flavorful side dish!
Tips:
- Blanch the sugar snap peas for 2-3 minutes in boiling water before sautéing, to enhance their vibrant color and maintain their crisp texture.
- Use fresh tarragon for a more intense flavor but dried tarragon will work in a pinch.
- Add a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top for an extra layer of flavor.
- If you prefer your peas with a bit more bite, sauté them for a shorter amount of time.
- For a citrusy kick, add a squirt of fresh lemon juice just before serving.
- Pair this dish with grilled chicken or fish for a balanced and tasty meal.
Sugar snap peas with tarragon butter is not only quick and simple to make but also a flavorful addition to any meal. The combination of the crisp peas, aromatic tarragon, and zesty lemon butter creates a gourmet experience with minimal effort. Enjoy this dish as a fresh and tasty side to elevate your culinary repertoire.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 80 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 80kcal | 3% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 3.79g | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 11g | 3% |
| Fiber 3.28g | 9% |
| Sugar 3.29g | 3% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 3.12g | 4% |
| Saturated 1.66g | 6% |
| Cholesterol 8mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 100ug | 11% |
| Choline 20mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 0.20mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 0.07mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 1.06mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 0.08mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B9 44ug | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 7mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E 0.02mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K 18ug | 15% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 20mg | 1% |
| Copper, Cu 0.08mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 1.10mg | 10% |
| Magnesium, Mg 16mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus, P 54mg | 5% |
| Potassium, K 90mg | 3% |
| Selenium, Se 0.72ug | 1% |
| Sodium, Na 340mg | 23% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.48mg | 4% |
| Water | |
| Water 60g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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