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Charred Sugar Snap Peas

Quick and flavorful charred sugar snap peas with a smoky finish, lemon zest, and crumbled feta. A healthy, low-calorie side dish perfect for easy weeknight dinners and budget-friendly recipes.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 115 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb sugar snap peas, trimmed and stringed
  • 0.5 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed or grated (optional)
  • 0.5 lemon zest and juice
  • 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese (or vegan alternative)
  • to taste red pepper flakes (optional)
  • to taste fresh herbs like mint or chives (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron or heavy skillet over high heat until very hot.
  • Toss sugar snap peas with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
  • Add peas to the skillet in a single layer; cook undisturbed for 2–4 minutes to char one side.
  • Stir or flip the peas and cook another 2–3 minutes until blistered and crisp-tender.
  • Add garlic and red pepper flakes during the last minute of cooking if using.
  • Remove from heat, transfer to a serving bowl, then sprinkle with lemon zest and crumbled feta.
  • Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1peopleCalories: 115kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5.5gFat: 5.5gSaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 354mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
Keyword Budget-Friendly Recipes, Easy Weeknight Dinners, Healthy Comfort Food, healthy meal plans for two, Low calorie premade meal delivery, Meal Prep Microwave Lunches, Quick Family Meals
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