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Skillet Sugar Snap Peas
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Skillet Sugar Snap Peas

Fresh sugar snap peas are sauteed with spices, lemon zest, and green onions, then finished off with a sprinkling of fresh mint in this easy vegetable side dish.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Danelle

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 pound sugar snap peas
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2-3 green onions sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the peas, salt, and red pepper to the pan and saute for 2-3 minutes, or until the peas start to blacken.
  • Add the green onions and saute for a few minutes more, or until the peas are crisp tender. Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest and mint.
  • Season with additional salt, if needed, before serving.