Sugar snap peas are a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. One of the most popular ways to cook sugar snap peas is with lemon butter. This simple yet flavorful dish is a great way to highlight the natural sweetness of the peas and the bright, citrusy flavor of the lemon. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy side dish or a light and refreshing main course, sugar snap peas with lemon butter is a great option.
Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!
LEMON SCENTED SUGAR SNAP PEAS
Light and refreshing :) To make ahead: after draining wrap peas in paper towels and place in zip top plastic bag. Seal and chill 8 hours.
Provided by Antifreesz
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook peas in enough boiling salted water to cover for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
- Drain and plunge into ice water;drain.
- Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat;add peas and sauté 3 minutes.
- Add garlic and remaining ingredients. Sauté 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH LEMON BUTTER
Make and share this Sugar Snap Peas With Lemon Butter recipe from Food.com.
Provided by dicentra
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Blanch the peas in a saucepan with boiling salted water for 1 minute.
- Drain and plunge them into a bowl of ice and cold water to stop the cooking. Drain peas well again.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter with the zest. Add the peas, then salt and pepper to desired taste.
- Heat the peas over moderately low heat until they are hot, stirring occasionally.
SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH LEMON BUTTER
Categories Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Pea Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a large saucepan of boiling salted water blanch the snap peas for 1 minute, drain them, and plunge them into a bowl of ice and cold water to stop the cooking. Drain the peas well. The peas may be prepared up to this point 1 day in advanced and kept covered and chilled. In a large heavy skillet melt the butter with the zest, add the peas and salt and pepper to taste, and heat the peas over moderately low heat, stirring, until they are hot.
SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH BROWN BUTTER, LEMON AND HORSERADISH
Steps:
- With a paring knife, remove the stems and peel the pod strings of the sugar snaps. Set aside.
- Using a peeler, remove the rough, outer skin of the horseradish. (Only remove the desired amount to be used, leaving the rest of the root intact.)
- In a large saute pan over medium-high heat, add the butter. Gently swirl the butter and lightly agitate with a small whisk. Season with some black pepper. Once the milk solids begin to turn golden brown, after about 2 minutes, add the cleaned snap peas. Toss them twice in the pan, then add the lemon juice and season with salt.
- Transfer to a serving vessel. Using a hand-held grater, grate the peeled horseradish over the top.
SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH PARMESAN BREADCRUMBS
Toasting breadcrumbs in butter until crisp and then adding some Parmesan and fresh herbs transforms these simply cooked crisp-tender sugar snap peas in minutes. Recipe developed by Food Network Kitchen.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs and toast, 3 minutes. Mix with 3 tablespoons each grated Parmesan and chopped mixed herbs and 1/4 teaspoon each kosher salt and grated lemon zest. Boil 1 pound trimmed sugar snap peas until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes; drain and top with the breadcrumbs.
LEMON-BUTTER SNOW PEAS
A handful of ingredients and a microwave are all our home economists needed to create this terrific treatment for fresh snow peas. A bit of lemon juice, some mince garlic and a dash of Italian seasoning make it a perfect addition to any meal.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a microwave-safe dish, combine the snow peas, water and garlic. Cover and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Combine the butter, lemon juice and Italian seasoning. Drizzle over peas; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 40mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
LEMON SNAP PEAS
Fifteen minutes, thyme and lemon are really all you need for this delicious side that really comes together in, you guessed it, a snap. Marguerite Shaeffer - Sewell, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add snap peas; cover and boil for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place snap peas in ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a large skillet, saute the peas, lemon zest and thyme in butter until crisp-tender. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH LEMON AND OLIVE OIL
Fresh lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil turn crisp, fresh sugar snap peas into a refreshing side dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Pour lemon juice over peas, and drizzle with oil; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH TARRAGON BUTTER
Categories Citrus Herb Onion Vegetable Side Sauté Vegetarian Quick & Easy Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blanch sugar snaps in a 4-quart pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, 1 minute. Drain in a colander. Immerse colander with sugar snaps in a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking, about 1 minute. Drain again well, then transfer to paper towels and pat dry.
- Cook shallot in butter in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 1 minute. Increase heat to high, then add sugar snaps and sauté, stirring occasionally, until sugar snaps are crisp-tender, 2 to 4 minutes. Add tarragon, zest, salt, and pepper and toss until combined well.
SUGAR SNAP PEAS
Delicious and easy recipe for sugar snap peas!
Provided by CJCOLLINS
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Spread sugar snap peas in a single layer on a medium baking sheet, and brush with olive oil. Sprinkle with shallots, thyme, and kosher salt.
- Bake 6 to 8 minutes in the preheated oven, until tender but firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 100.4 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
QUICK CARROTS AND SNAP PEAS WITH LEMONY MUSTARD DRESSING
A bright side dish featuring spring seasonal produce like carrots and snap peas will perk up any Easter dinner table or buffet. The fact that it can serve a crowd while taking only 30 minutes from start to finish makes it a superstar side for special springtime occasions.
Provided by Greg Lofts
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Vegetarian Recipes
Time 30m
Yield Serves 10 to 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Whisk together mustard and lemon zest and juice. Season generously with salt and pepper and slowly whisk in oil.
- Combine carrots, butter, 1/2 cup water, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt in a large straight-sided skillet or wide, shallow pot. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to medium, and simmer 5 minutes. Uncover and cook, stirring occasionally, until carrots are just tender but holding their shape, 5 to 7 minutes more.
- Stir in snap peas and continue cooking just until peas have turned crisp-tender and bright green, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and carefully drain any liquid remaining in skillet; toss with half of mustard dressing and season to taste. Serve, with remaining dressing on the side.
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