Ingredients and Weight: - Sugar snap peas: 1 lb - Mint leaves: 1/2 cup, chopped - Olive oil: 2 tbsp - Butter: 2 tbsp - Garlic: 2 cloves, minced - Salt and pepper: To taste
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 5 minutes
Difficulty Level: 1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Trim the ends of the sugar snap peas. 2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. 3. Add the sugar snap peas and garlic and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. 4. Stir in the mint leaves, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute more. 5. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information: - Calories: 100 - Fat: 5g - Saturated Fat: 2g - Cholesterol: 0mg - Sodium: 10mg - Carbohydrates: 15g - Fiber: 5g - Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics: - Fresh and flavorful - Crunchy and tender - Bright green color - Aromatic and refreshing
User Comments: - "These peas are delicious! The mint adds a perfect burst of freshness." - "I love how quick and easy this recipe is to make. It's a great healthy option for a side dish." - "The peas are still a bit crunchy, which I love. They're not overcooked and mushy." - "This dish is so versatile. I've also used it as a topping for salmon and it was amazing."
Special Precautions and Tips: - Be careful not to overcook the peas, as they will become mushy. - If you don't have fresh mint leaves, you can use dried mint instead. Use about 1/4 cup. - You can add other vegetables to this dish, such as bell peppers, carrots, or onions.