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snap pea

American  

noun

  1. a variety of the common pea having rounded, crisp, edible pods eaten raw or cooked.


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Try this herby pearl couscous and sugar snap pea salad, the New York Times insists.

From Salon

It’s a dish of thrilling contrasts that shift from bite to bite — just the thing to perk up a turkey and snap pea meal.

From Seattle Times

Containers with carrots, celery, radishes, snap pea pods and sliced bell peppers, along with a dip, are a great, easy way to include vegetables.

From Seattle Times

Ellie Krieger has a version, and I am confident that more will drop into my lap before snap pea season arrives in Seattle.

From Seattle Times

While the freekeh is cooking, remove the tough string that runs along the side of each sugar snap pea.

From Washington Post