Sugar Snap Pea Recipes

Sugar snap peas, also known simply as snap peas, are edible-podded peas. They are different from snow peas in that their pods are round instead of flat. They are commonly used in stir-fries and salads or served steamed. A serving of snap peas provides about 8 grams of carbohydrate, 4 grams of sugar, 3 grams of dietary fiber, 3 grams of protein. It also is a good source of Vitamin C and K and provides about 16% of the daily recommended amount of iron.