Two vegetables in this recipe give not only extra color but also more nutrients. Combine them with a fresh herb and a few pantry items and you'll have this side dish on the table in less than 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Minted Sugar Snap Peas
Calories
40 Per ServingProtein
2g Per ServingFiber
2g Per ServingNutrition Facts
Calories | 40 | |
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Total Fat | 1.5 g | |
Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | |
Trans Fat | 0.0 g | |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | |
Cholesterol | 0 mg | |
Sodium | 157 mg | |
Total Carbohydrate | 6 g | |
Dietary Fiber | 2 g | |
Sugars | 3 g | |
Protein | 2 g |
Dietary Exchanges
1 vegetable
Ingredients
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1 teaspoon olive oil (extra virgin preferred) -
1 small carrot, cut into matchstick-size strips -
8 ounces sugar snap peas -
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint -
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder -
1/4 teaspoon salt -
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Directions
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In a medium skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Cook the carrot for 1 to 2 minutes, or until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally. -
Stir in the peas. Cook for 30 seconds, or until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally. -
Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cook for 10 to 15 seconds, or until the mint has wilted.