Seared Sugar Snap Peas

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Lately, I’ve been going through a pea phase.  I’ve been buying up sugar snap peas by the pound and adding them to every meal I made.  They are by far one of my most favorite vegetables. Right now they are blooming in our garden and there was no way I could pass up making a delicious meal with them.

While my favorite way to eat peas is fresh out of the garden, sometimes I like to change it up a bit.  By searing or sautéing the peas, their vibrant green color pops even more and you are still able to maintain some of the crunchiness.  When I made this recipe I meant for it to be a side dish but it was so yummy that I ended up eating the whole thing!  I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

~Sarah

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 pound sugar snap peas, strings removed
• 3-4 green onions, diced on an angle about 1/2 inch long
• sea salt
• black pepper
• fresh lemon juice (optional)

Preparation:

1. Heat a large sauté pan on high heat for about 1 minute.  Add the oil and let it heat for about 1 minute or until it is hot.
2. Add the peas to the pan and toss to coat.  Sprinkle with a pinch or two of salt and toss again.  Cook, untouched, for 1 minute.
3. Add the green onions and toss to combine.  Let cook for 1 minute.  Toss and cook again, undisturbed for 2 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and season with a some freshly ground black pepper and a squirt of lemon juice (if using).

Nutritional Info:

Makes 4-6 servings.

Nutrients per serving:  Calories: 71.5, Cal. from Fat: 42, Total Fat: 4.5g, Sat. Fat: .5g, Carbs: 5g, Fiber: 0g, Sugars: 0g, Protein: 1g, Sodium: 0mg, Chol: 0mg

Notes:

This dish is best when eaten right away.