Sautéed Snap Peas with Ricotta Salata and Mint

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
25%
Sautéed Snap Peas with Ricotta Salata and Mint
5 min.
6
79kcal

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Looking to elevate your side dish game in just five minutes? Look no further than this delightful Sautéed Snap Peas with Ricotta Salata and Mint! Bursting with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, this dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a healthy, vegetarian option that's gluten-free.

Imagine the crisp-tender snap peas lightly sautéed to perfection, allowing their natural sweetness to shine through. They are beautifully complemented by the creamy, crumbly texture of ricotta salata or goat cheese, which adds a rich, savory contrast. The fresh mint brings an aromatic touch, enhancing each bite with bright, herbaceous notes. A hint of tangy lemon rind and freshly ground black pepper ties everything together, resulting in an explosion of flavor that dances on your palate.

This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a standout side for your next gathering. With only a handful of simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you'll have a sophisticated dish ready to impress your family and friends. So, grab your frying pan and let’s bring some freshness to the table with this crowd-pleasing Sautéed Snap Peas with Ricotta Salata and Mint!

Ingredients

  • 0.4 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoons mint leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup pecorino crumbled
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 16 ounce sugar snap peas trimmed

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add oil to pan; swirl.
  3. Add peas; saut 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in mint, rind, pepper, and salt.
  4. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories79kcal
Protein18.8%
Fat48.11%
Carbs33.09%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.83
Glycemic Load
0.13
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
8.8469564888788%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.77mg
Hesperetin
0.25mg
Apigenin
0.14mg
Luteolin
0.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:78.65kcal
3.93%
Fat:4.3g
6.62%
Saturated Fat:1.5g
9.39%
Carbohydrates:6.66g
2.22%
Net Carbohydrates:4.41g
1.6%
Sugar:3.08g
3.43%
Cholesterol:7.03mg
2.34%
Sodium:112.37mg
4.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.78g
7.56%
Vitamin C:46.8mg
56.73%
Vitamin A:990.2IU
19.8%
Vitamin K:20.66µg
19.68%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.54%
Iron:1.78mg
9.9%
Folate:36.34µg
9.09%
Fiber:2.25g
9%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.84%
Calcium:68.41mg
6.84%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.57%
Phosphorus:63.92mg
6.39%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.08%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.57%
Magnesium:21.95mg
5.49%
Potassium:182.39mg
5.21%
Vitamin E:0.65mg
4.32%
Copper:0.07mg
3.65%
Selenium:2.54µg
3.62%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.63%
Vitamin B3:0.51mg
2.57%
Source:My Recipes