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Garlic Snap Peas

This snap peas recipe is quick, fresh, and perfect for spring recipes. With just a few ingredients like garlic, olive oil, and lemon, you get a light vegetable dish that stays crisp and flavorful. It’s simple, but it doesn’t feel boring.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 9 minutes
Servings: 3
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 93
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh snap peas trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
Optional
  • Red pepper flakes
  • Grated parmesan cheese
  • Toasted sesame seeds
  • Fresh herbs parsley or mint

Method
 

  1. Prepare the snap peas

    Rinse the snap peas and trim the ends. Remove the string if needed.

  2. Heat the pan

    Place a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.

  3. Cook the garlic

    Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. Cook the snap peas

    Add snap peas and stir frequently. Cook for 3–4 minutes until tender but still crisp.

  5. Finish and serve

    Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and remove from heat. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Don’t overcook the snap peas. I did that once, and they turned soft pretty quickly. You want that slight crunch.
  • Add lemon juice at the end, not during cooking. It makes a noticeable difference in freshness.
  • If your garlic starts browning too fast, lower the heat slightly. Burnt garlic ruins the flavor fast.
  • Fresh snap peas always taste better than frozen. If you can get them, go for it.