TANGY SUGAR SNAP PEAS

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Our Test Kitchen staff created this mouthwatering side dish that comes together quickly in the microwave. A sweet and tangy glaze complements the crisp peas and onion in this made-in-moments recipe.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 pound fresh or frozen sugar snap peas, thawed
1 small onion, halved and sliced
3 tablespoons water, divided
4 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons cider vinegar

Steps:

In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the peas, onion and 2 tablespoons water. Cover and cook on high for 5-7 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring twice; drain. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the sugar, cornstarch and pepper; stir in the vinegar and remaining water until smooth. Cook, uncovered, on high for 30-45 seconds or until thickened, stirring once. Add to pea mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges