Description
Savour the sweet crunch of our sugar snap peas, perfect for stir-fries, salads, or as a nutritious snack. Available in our Local Farm Shop in Bellaghy, Mid Ulster Area.
🥬 Sugar snap peas are a delightful vegetable known for their crisp texture and sweet flavor. Here’s a quick breakdown of what makes them special:
🌱 What They Are
- A hybrid of snow peas and garden peas
- Feature plump, edible pods—no shelling required
- Often referred to as mangetout, meaning “eat all” in French
đź‘€ Appearance & Taste
- Bright green pods, typically 4–8 cm long
- Sweet, slightly nutty flavor
- Crunchy texture whether raw or lightly cooked
🍽️ Culinary Uses
- Can be eaten raw, steamed, stir-fried, or roasted
- Popular in salads, veggie platters, and Asian-inspired dishes
- Pair well with dips like hummus or yogurt-based sauces
🧠Nutritional Highlights
- Low in calories, high in fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and antioxidants
- Good source of plant-based protein
- Supports digestion, immunity, and bone health
🌿 Growing Facts
- Cool-season crop, easy to grow in containers or gardens
- Climbing plants that benefit from trellises
- Typically mature in 60–70 days
They’re basically the snackable superheroes of the vegetable world—sweet, crunchy, and good for you.
