Air Fryer Snap Peas

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This Air Fryer Snap Peas recipe is a quick and easy side dish with a simple seasoning of salt, pepper and garlic powder. You’ll love these roasted sugar snap peas since they take just 7 minutes in the air fryer!

This is a seriously easy side dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights, and a great way to change things up. If you’ve never tried roasted snap peas, you’ll definitely want to give this recipe a try!

These snap peas are prepared and air fried in a similar way to these air fryer green beans. Just trim, season and air fry!

Close up view of air fryer roasted snap peas.

Snap peas might not be a staple grocery item for everyone, but we usually have a bag of fresh snap peas in the fridge to pair with dips and hummus. We also like to use them in stir fries.

So, when I recently found a bag in the fridge that needed to be used up, I decided to give them a try in the air fryer. We paired them with air fryer pork schnitzel and it was delicious!

Why you’ll love these air fryer snap peas

These air fried snap peas are very similar to oven roasted snap peas. They have a tender texture with a little bit of crunch.
As you don’t want to overcook snap peas (they’re best enjoyed only slightly cooked or raw), the air fryer is ideal for quick cooking.
Using your air fryer means you don’t need to turn on your oven, or you can use your oven space to prepare other dishes.
The recipe calls for a simple mix of oil and seasonings, all of which you probably have in your pantry already.

What are snap peas?

Snap peas, or sugar snap peas, are edible pea pods that are a mix between snow peas and garden peas (or sweet peas). Their pods are edible, like snow peas, but they’re plumper in appearance, like garden peas. (Note that you cannot eat the pods of garden peas). Snap peas are best enjoyed raw or lightly cooked.

Ingredients

You just need 5 ingredients for this recipe!

Snap peas – You’ll need 12 ounces of raw sugar snap peas, with the ends and strings removed. (You can buy stringless or remove them yourself).

Oil – The snap peas are tossed with 1/2 tablespoon of oil. I used extra virgin olive oil but you can use the oil of your choice.

Seasonings – All you need is a simple mix of salt, pepper and garlic powder. For the salt, I prefer to use sea salt or kosher salt. Feel free to change up the seasoning to make it more savoury or spicy.

Optional garnish – Sometimes I serve the snap peas with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and a drizzle of sesame oil. It’s totally optional, but worth a try!

How to cook snap peas in the air fryer

Rinse the snap peas in a colander and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Remove the ends and string from each pod.

Add the peas to a large bowl and toss with the oil and seasonings.

Snap peas in a glass bowl and coated with oil and seasonings.

Place the snap peas in the air fryer basket and air fry on 400F for 7-9 minutes. Shake the basket after 4 minutes to ensure they cook evenly.

Seasoned snap peas in an air fryer basket.

Air fried snap peas in an air fryer basket.

Serve with sesame seeds and a drizzle of sesame oil (optional).

Frequently asked questions

What’s the best temperature to air fry snap peas?

You’ll want to set the temperature of your air fryer to 400F. This will ensure they get tender but maintain a little crunch.

How long does it take to air fry sugar snap peas?

Snap peas only need to be lightly cooked, so they just require 7-9 minutes in the air fryer. At 7 minutes, they will still have a slightly firm texture. If you prefer them more tender, air fry for another 1-2 minutes. Don’t leave them air frying too much longer as they will just get soft.

Do you need to remove the string from snap peas?

The string can be a little tough, so I recommend removing it. You can also buy stringless snap peas if you prefer. Here is a helpful video on how to remove the string from snap peas.

What can you serve with roasted snap peas?

So many things! Serve them on the side with this air fryer salmon or pork tenderloin. They would also work perfectly added to stir fries or paired with rice.

Storage and reheating

Air fryer roasted snap peas are best enjoyed right away. If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.

You can reheat the peas in the microwave or pop them in the air fryer for a few minutes. The peas will have a softer texture when leftover, so just keep that in mind.

Roasted sugar snap peas in a black bowl on top of a grey napkin.

Key recipe tips

When you wash the snap peas, make sure they are dried well before seasoning and air frying.
I love the simple combo of salt, pepper and garlic, but feel free to change things up with different dried herbs and spices.
You don’t need to air fry the snap peas in a single layer, but you don’t want to overcrowd your air fryer either.
The recipe instructions are based on a Cosori 5.8 quart air fryer. You may need to adjust the temperature and air frying time slightly depending on the size and brand of your air fryer.

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If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear what you think in the comments below!

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