Sugar Snap Peas with Mint and Orange

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Sugar Snap Peas with Mint and Orange
45 min.
6
59kcal

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If you're looking for a vibrant and refreshing side dish that perfectly complements any meal, then look no further than our delightful Sugar Snap Peas with Mint and Orange. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe brings together the sweet crunch of sugar snap peas with the aromatic freshness of mint and the zesty brightness of orange peel. Every bite is a celebration of flavor, making it an ideal accompaniment for grilled meats, fish, or a hearty grain bowl.

Not only is this dish visually stunning with its bright green peas and fragrant herbs, but it also packs a punch of nutrition with each serving containing just 59 calories. Perfectly cooked in less than an hour, this recipe is a hassle-free addition to your dining table. The key is the quick blanching of the peas, which maintains their crispness, followed by a quick sauté with the butter and fresh ingredients to enhance the natural sweetness of the peas.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party, bringing a dish to a potluck, or just looking to elevate your everyday meals, Sugar Snap Peas with Mint and Orange is sure to impress your guests and family alike. Its light and invigorating profile also makes it a great choice for those warm-weather gatherings where bright flavors shine. Embrace the joys of cooking with this simple yet elegant recipe!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter ()
  • 1.5 tablespoons mint leaves fresh thinly sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon orange zest finely grated
  • 3.5 cups sugar snap peas trimmed
  • tablespoon water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Cook peas in large saucepan of boiling salted water for 2 minutes; drain. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead.
  2. Let stand at room temperature. Melt butter in medium skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Whisk in 1 tablespoon water. Stir in mint and orange peel; add sugar snap peas and sauté just until heated through, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Transfer to bowl and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories59kcal
Protein11.24%
Fat58.52%
Carbs30.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.33
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
6.0569565918135%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.39mg
Hesperetin
0.13mg
Apigenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:58.51kcal
2.93%
Fat:3.91g
6.02%
Saturated Fat:2.42g
15.15%
Carbohydrates:4.55g
1.52%
Net Carbohydrates:2.94g
1.07%
Sugar:2.29g
2.54%
Cholesterol:10.03mg
3.34%
Sodium:32.81mg
1.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.69g
3.38%
Vitamin C:34.92mg
42.33%
Vitamin A:791.82IU
15.84%
Vitamin K:14.62µg
13.92%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.71%
Iron:1.25mg
6.97%
Fiber:1.6g
6.42%
Folate:25.63µg
6.41%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.81%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.68%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.39%
Magnesium:14.88mg
3.72%
Potassium:122.92mg
3.51%
Phosphorus:32.37mg
3.24%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.99%
Calcium:29.08mg
2.91%
Copper:0.05mg
2.49%
Vitamin E:0.33mg
2.21%
Vitamin B3:0.37mg
1.84%
Zinc:0.17mg
1.15%
Source:Epicurious