Best 11 Snap Peas With Mint Recipes

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In the realm of culinary exploration, where vibrant flavors and textures intertwine, the union of snap peas and mint stands out as a testament to nature's artistry. These two humble ingredients, when combined, orchestrate a symphony of sweet, earthy, and refreshing notes that dance upon the palate. Whether you seek a quick and effortless side dish or an elegant appetizer to impress your guests, this harmonious pairing promises to delight the senses. Embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the art of crafting the perfect snap peas with mint, unlocking the secrets of this simple yet exquisite dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MINTY SUGAR SNAP PEAS



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Fresh mint adds a lively touch to cooked sugar snap peas. It's also nice on green beans or carrots. -Alice Kaldahl, Ray, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed
1/4 teaspoon sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons minced fresh mint
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water in a large skillet. Add peas and sugar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until peas are crisp-tender, 4-5 minutes; drain. Stir in mint and butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges

SNAP PEAS WITH MINT



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Fresh mint adds another layer of flavor to this side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound trimmed snap peas
1/2 cup (packed) fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, bring 1/4 cup water and butter to a boil over high. Add snap peas; cover, and cook until bright green, about 2 minutes.
  • Remove lid; reduce heat to medium. Continue cooking, tossing occasionally, until peas are crisp-tender and water has evaporated, 2 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Toss with mint leaves; season with coarse salt and ground pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g

SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH MINT



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Simple and quick to prepare. Sugar snap peas are quickly fried with green onion and garlic, and tossed with fresh mint leaves. Wonderful use for spring garden vegetables. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Provided by ORNERY

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Peas

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons olive oil
¾ pound sugar snap peas, trimmed
3 green onions, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sugar snap peas, green onion, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Stir-fry for 4 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in the mint leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 74.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH MINT



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You can often use herbs as one would salad greens: whole leaves tossed together with traditional salad ingredients. Here, the classic pairing of peas and mint gets reinterpreted by leaving the mint leaves whole and using sugar snap peas.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound sugar snap peas, ends pinched off and strings removed (about 5 cups)
2 tablespoons Orange Vinaigrette
1/2 cup tightly packed mint leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare a medium bowl of ice water. Blanch the peas in boiling salted water for about 20 to 30 seconds and refresh in the ice water to stop the cooking. Drain.
  • Spoon the vinaigrette into a bowl, add the peas, mint, and salt and pepper and toss to coat. Divide among 4 salad plates and serve.

ORANGE & MINT SNAP PEAS



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This classic steaming method produces vibrant, crisp-tender vegetables. The sweet taste of snap peas is accented with orange, sugar and mint. Yum! Healthy Cooking Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the first five ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until mixture is reduced by half, about 15 minutes., Meanwhile, place peas in a steamer basket in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Transfer to a serving bowl. Add orange juice mixture and mint; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 323mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SNAP PEAS WITH MINT



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound sugar snaps or snow peas
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
4 plum tomatoes, about 3/4 pound, cored
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon shredded fresh mint
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Pluck off and discard the end of each pea pod.
  • Bring enough water to boil to cover the peas. Add salt to taste.
  • Add the peas. When the water returns to a boil, simmer the peas for about 3 to 4 minutes. Do not overcook. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, drop the tomatoes into boiling water and boil them for 10 seconds. Drain, let cool. Remove the skins and cut the tomatoes into 1/4-inch cubes.
  • Heat the butter in a saucepan; add the tomatoes; cook and stir for one minute. Add the peas, mint, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to blend. Cook for one minute. Add the lemon juice and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 115, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 489 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SNAP PEAS WITH CHILE AND MINT



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Categories     Pepper     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Mint     Vegan     Shallot     Sugar Snap Pea     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 teaspoon red-curry paste or 1 1/4 teaspoons Thai Kitchen roasted red-chile paste
3 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup thinly sliced shallots (about 2 medium)
1 lb sugar snap peas, trimmed
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup loosely packed thinly sliced fresh mint

Steps:

  • Stir together chile paste and 2 tablespoons water in a small cup.
  • Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté shallots, stirring, until edges are starting to brown, about 2 minutes. Add snap peas and salt and stir-fry 2 minutes. Add chile paste mixture and stir-fry until snap peas are just tender and beginning to brown in spots, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in remaining tablespoon water, scraping up any brown bits from bottom of skillet.
  • Transfer snap peas to a bowl and stir in lime juice and mint. Serve immediately.

MINTED SUGAR SNAP PEAS



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Make and share this Minted Sugar Snap Peas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups sugar snap peas
1/3 cup apple juice
2 teaspoons chopped of fresh mint
1/4 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
1 teaspoon butter

Steps:

  • In skillet, combine peas and apple juice; bring to a boil.
  • Cover and cook on med for 2 minutes.
  • Add mint and lemon, bring to a boil.
  • Cook for 1 minute.
  • Add butter and toss well.

SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH MINT AND ORANGE



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Provided by Maria Helm Sinskey

Categories     Side     Sauté     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Graduation     Father's Day     Dinner     Summer     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 ounces sugar snap peas, trimmed (about 3 1/2 cups)
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
1 tablespoon water
1 1/2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh mint leaves
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange peel

Steps:

  • Cook peas in large saucepan of boiling salted water for 2 minutes; drain. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Melt butter in medium skillet over medium-high heat. 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. Transfer to bowl and serve.

GREEN SUGAR SNAP PEAS AND CARROTS WITH FRESH MINT



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, quick, one pot, side dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 pound Sugar Snap peas
4 carrots, about 1/2 pound
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Trim off and discard the tips of the peas.
  • Scrape and trim the carrots. Cut the carrots into 1 1/2-inch lengths. Cut the pieces lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices (batons) about 1/4 inch wide. There should be about 1 1/2 cups.
  • Bring enough water to a boil in a saucepan to cover the peas and carrots when added. Add the vegetables and cook about 4 minutes, or until they are crisp tender. Drain immediately.
  • Return the peas and carrots to the saucepan. Add the butter, mint, salt and pepper. Stir and blend well. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 124, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 299 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

MINTED SUGAR SNAP PEAS



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Make and share this Minted Sugar Snap Peas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by NoraMarie

Categories     Greens

Time 15m

Yield 4 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
16 ounces sugar snap peas, trimmed 1lbs (500g)
6 green onions
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, 25ml
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium high heat.
  • Add sugar snap peas, green onions and water. Cook, shaking skillet occasionally for 3 to 5 minutes, until peas are bright green and tender-crisp and water evaporated.
  • Add mint or serve without. Add salt and pepper if necessary. Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.6, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 5.2, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 2.3, Protein 2.6

Tips

Selecting the Freshest Snap Peas

  • Look for bright green pods that snap easily when bent.
  • Avoid snap peas that are wilted, yellowed, or have brown spots.
  • Choose snap peas that are about 2-3 inches in length.

Preparing Snap Peas

  • Rinse snap peas under cold water.
  • Trim the ends of the snap peas.
  • If desired, remove the strings from the snap peas.

Cooking Snap Peas

  • Snap peas can be cooked in a variety of ways, including boiling, stir-frying, steaming, and roasting.
  • Cooking times will vary depending on the cooking method.
  • When cooking snap peas, it is important not to overcook them, as they will become mushy.

Serving Snap Peas

  • Snap peas can be served as a side dish, appetizer, or salad.
  • They can also be added to soups, stews, and stir-fries.
  • Snap peas are a versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways.

Conclusion

The Health Benefits of Snap Peas

  • Snap peas are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K.
  • They are also a good source of fiber, folate, and iron.
  • Snap peas have been shown to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
  • They may also help to improve blood sugar control and reduce the risk of heart disease.

Overall, snap peas are a healthy and delicious vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are easy to prepare and cook, and they are a great addition to a variety of dishes.

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