Best 3 Basil Sugar Snap Peas With Mushrooms Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with this delightful trio of recipes featuring basil sugar snap peas with mushrooms. Embark on a culinary journey that begins with a vibrant stir-fry, where crisp sugar snap peas and earthy mushrooms are enveloped in a savory sauce, accented with the aromatic basil and a hint of sweetness from sugar. Next, immerse yourself in the refreshing flavors of a zesty salad, where sugar snap peas, red onion, and creamy avocado unite, tossed in a tangy dressing. Finally, satisfy your sweet cravings with a delectable dessert of sugar snap pea sorbet, a unique and refreshing treat that combines the delicate sweetness of sugar snap peas with a hint of mint. Each recipe showcases the versatility of sugar snap peas, taking you on a culinary adventure that tantalizes your taste buds.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SNAP PEAS 'N' MUSHROOMS



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It takes mere minutes to stir up this four-ingredient side dish, a nice change of pace from your usual green vegetable. -Marie Hattrup, Sparks, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 pound fresh sugar snap peas
1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce

Steps:

  • In a small skillet or wok, stir-fry the peas and mushrooms in oil and teriyaki sauce until crisp-tender.

Nutrition Facts :

BASIL SUGAR SNAP PEAS



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Complement the sauce-topped steaks with this vibrant side dish that cooks in the microwave in mere minutes. Fresh sugar snap peas get extra color from a jar of pimientos, which eliminates the need to chop sweet red pepper.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound fresh sugar snap peas
2 tablespoons water
1 jar (2 ounces) sliced pimientos, drained
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the peas and water. Cover and cook on high for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 189mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PASTA WITH SUGAR SNAP PEAS, PARMESAN AND MUSHROOMS



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Simple and light on a warm summer night!

Provided by Laura DeMarte

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 21m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces penne pasta
1 (6 ounce) package sugar snap peas, or as desired
2 tablespoons olive oil, or more to taste
1 tablespoon margarine
8 white mushrooms, sliced
2 green onions, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 lemon, zested
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and ground black pepper to taste
ΒΌ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, for 6 minutes. Add sugar snap peas to pasta; cook until pasta is tender yet firm to the bite, about 3 minutes more. Drain.
  • Return pot to stove and heat olive oil and margarine over medium heat. Add mushrooms, green onions, garlic, and lemon zest; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Add cooked pasta and sugar snap peas; toss to coat. Top with Parmesan cheese and mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51.6 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 152.5 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender sugar snap peas. Look for peas that are bright green and have a crisp snap when you break them.
  • If you don't have fresh basil, you can use 1 tablespoon of dried basil.
  • To make the sugar snap peas more flavorful, marinate them in the dressing for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Don't overcook the sugar snap peas. They should be cooked until they are tender but still have a bit of a crunch.
  • Serve the sugar snap peas warm or at room temperature. They are also delicious chilled.

Conclusion:

Basil sugar snap peas with mushrooms is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The sugar snap peas are tender and flavorful, the mushrooms are earthy and savory, and the basil adds a bright, fresh flavor. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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