Roasted Sugar Snap Peas

This Roasted Sugar Snap Peas recipe is delicious and crunchy! Perfectly roasted, simply seasoned, and slightly sweet, this easy side dish is always a crowd-pleaser.

Add a burst of flavor to your meal with this easy and tasty Roasted Sugar Snap Peas recipe. Combining the crunch of fresh sugar snap peas with the sweet and tangy notes of red onion, this dish brings a colorful twist to your table. The simplicity of olive oil, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning perfectly complements the natural flavors, while the roasting process enhances their texture and sweet taste. Ideal for busy weeknights or a special gathering, this recipe is a quick and effortless way to bring a gourmet touch to the dinner table.

Recipe Ingredients

• Sugar Snap Peas: The star of the dish, they provide a crisp texture and sweet flavor. If unavailable, you can substitute with snow peas or green beans for a similar crunch.
• Red Onion: Adds a mild, sweet flavor when roasted, enhancing the overall taste. Yellow or white onions can be used as alternatives, though they’ll offer a slightly different flavor.
• Olive Oil: Used for roasting, it helps to crisp the vegetables and carry the flavors of the spices. Any neutral-flavored oil like avocado or canola oil can be a substitute.
• Garlic Powder: Adds a savory, aromatic depth. If you don’t have garlic powder, minced fresh garlic or onion powder can be used.
• Italian Seasoning: A blend of dried herbs that infuses the dish with a warm, herby flavor. You can create a similar blend using a mix of dried basil, oregano, rosemary, and thyme, or use any of these herbs individually.

How To Clean And Trim Sugar Snap Peas

The only complaint I’ve ever heard about sugar snap peas is the stringy fiber that runs the length of a snap pea. However, you can easily remove this string while trimming. Using your fingertip, snap off the stem of the snap pea. The stem will come loose but remain attached by the string. Pull the stem down along the snap pea until the string comes off completely.

How to Roast Sugar Snap Peas

1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 425˚ F and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Arrange the sugar snap peas and red onions on the baking sheet.
2. Coat: Drizzle with olive oil and mix around until everything is coated.
3. Combine: Add garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir around to combine. 
4. Roast: Roast for 10 to 12 minutes or until crisp tender, stirring once during cooking. 
5. Serve: Remove from the oven and serve. 

Serving Suggestions

I like to serve snap peas on the side with balsamic chicken breasts and these roasted potato wedges. Or, with a nice steak and some mashed potatoes. How about with ribs or pork chops and corn on the cob? Really, you can’t go wrong. They’re also an excellent addition tossed in any stir fry, whether it’s chicken stir fry, pork, steak, or shrimp.

How to store and reheat leftovers

Roasted snap peas can be stored in an airtight container in your refrigerator for about 3 days. To reheat them, spread them out on a baking sheet and warm them on low heat in the oven.

More Roasted Veggies

• Garlic Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes
• Roasted Brussel Sprouts
• Oven Roasted Potatoes
• Garlic Butter Roasted Asparagus