Description
Smoky, salty, and citrusy blistered peas-in-the-pod are the ultimate quick snack or side dish. Just a few fresh ingredients and minutes in a hot skillet turn everyday peas into a flavor-packed, finger-licking treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh peas-in-the-pod
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt (or to taste)
- 1 fresh lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until very hot.
- Toss the peas in a bowl with olive oil until evenly coated.
- Place the peas in a single layer in the skillet without overcrowding.
- Let them sear undisturbed for 1–2 minutes, then flip and blister the other side.
- Cook for a total of 4–6 minutes until charred and tender.
- Sprinkle with coarse salt and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the hot peas.
- Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.
Notes
- Use very fresh, dry pods for the best blister.
- Don’t overcrowd the skillet to ensure proper searing.
- These are delicious cold too — perfect for leftovers or salad toppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: blistered peas, lemon snap peas, vegan side dish, skillet peas, summer appetizer