Air Fryer Sugar Snap Peas are a simple yet delicious snack or side dish my kids can’t get enough of! In just 10 minutes, you can have perfect air fried snap peas that are low carb and keto friendly.
Air Fryer Sugar Snap Peas
I’m always looking for new ways to add more veggies to my meals, and using an air fryer makes it so easy! This air fryer snap peas recipe is quick and uses just a few simple ingredients, making it a perfect side dish for those busy weeknights.
I’ll be honest: I often confuse sugar snap peas and snow peas because they look so similar.
The main difference is that sugar snap peas are a bit rounder and have a sweeter flavor, while snow peas are flatter. Both are nutritious, low in calories, and packed with vitamins, making them a fantastic addition to any meal. If you’re looking to air fry snap peas, you’ll love this recipe!
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Why You’ll Love Air Fryer Snap Peas
- Low in calories
- High in fiber and vitamins
- Easy to prepare
- Ready in 10 minutes
- Versatile
Ingredients Needed To Air Fry Snap Peas
This recipe is as easy as it gets — just fresh snap peas, a little olive oil, lemon juice, and some seasoning. That’s all you need for a light, flavorful snack!
For complete ingredients and quantities, as well as the nutritional information, keep on scrolling until you get to the bottom with a printable recipe card.
- Snap Peas: You’ll need trimmed snap peas, check below for a quick guide on how to clean and trim them.
- Olive Oil: Any high smoke point oil works well, like avocado, coconut, or grapeseed oil.
- Lemon Juice: Brings a nice touch of acidity to the dish.
- Lemon & Garlic Salt: Or you can use your favorite seasonings.
How to trim snap peas before cooking
Trader Joe’s and many grocery stores sell snap peas that are already trimmed and washed. However, if you buy untrimmed ones, you’ll want to wash and trim them yourself.
Here’s how to do it:
- Start by washing your snap peas.
- Use scissors or a sharp knife to trim the ends, removing the stems from both sides.
How to Air Fry Sugar Snap Peas
Cooking air fryer sugar snap peas is super easy! Check out my step-by-step instructions guide below.
Step 1: Prepare the snap peas
In a large mixing bowl, combine the snap peas, olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon garlic salt. Use tongs to toss everything together until the snap peas are fully coated.
Step 2: Air fry
Place the snap peas in the air fryer basket and set the temperature to 350 degrees F. Cook for 6 to10 minutes, shaking the basket often to help them cook evenly.
Step 3: Serve and enjoy
Transfer your snap peas to a plate and enjoy them as a tasty side or snack on their own.
What To Serve With Air Fryer Sugar Snap Peas
These air fryer snap peas are a great side for almost any meal. They pair nicely with rice, and salads, and work well with various simple dinner options.
Here are some ideas:
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Air Fry Sugar Snap Peas Pro Tips
- Prep Your Snap Peas: Trim the ends of the snap peas to remove the tough stems. Wash them well, and then dry them completely to avoid steaming. This helps keep them crispy when cooking.
- Don’t Overcrowd The Basket: Place the snap peas in a single layer in the air fryer basket for even cooking.
- Shake The Basket: Remember to shake the air fryer basket often to ensure the snap peas cook evenly and get that perfect crispiness.
- Try Different Seasonings: If you want more seasoning ideas for air fryer snap peas, here are some of my favorites:
- Olive oil and shaved Parmesan
- Butter and lemon
- Lemon, sesame oil, sesame seeds, salt, and black pepper
- Olive oil, Italian seasoning, and lemon juice
- Coconut oil, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sesame seeds
- Store any leftover air fryer sugar snap peas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
- To Reheat: Place the snap peas into the air fryer basket, set the temperature to 340 degrees F, and heat until warmed through.
Air Fried Snap Peas FAQs
Yes. Each serving contains 3.1 grams of net carbs, making them a great choice for a keto friendly diet.
Snap peas are packed with antioxidants and rich in vitamins A, C, and K. They have anti-inflammatory properties and may help protect against cancer. Additionally, they provide a good amount of dietary fiber, which supports healthy digestion
Yes, you can. Just be sure to preheat your air fryer and adjust the cooking time, as frozen snap peas may take a bit longer to cook than fresh ones.
I recommend enjoying snap peas soon after cooking them. They tend to lose their crunch if they sit for too long.
Yes! Start by preparing your snap peas as you would in my recipe. Place them in the air fryer and set it to the dehydrator setting or 120 degrees F. Cook for 5 to 8 hours, flipping the chips occasionally. Remove them from the basket when they are fully dried out.
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Air Fryer Sugar Snap Peas
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Ingredients
- 1 pound sugar snap or snap peas, trimmed and washed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teapoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon and garlic salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, mix the snap peas, olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon and garlic salat. Use a pair of tongs to toss the snow peas.
- Pour the snap peas into the air fryer basket, and set the temperature to 350 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 6 to 10 minutes. Shake the basket frequently, so they all cook evenly.
- Plate, serve and enjoy!
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