Charred Snap Peas with Garlic Miso Sauce

Name: Charred Snap Peas with Garlic Miso Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Ghee (room temperature); 1 tbsp Miso Paste (light, white, or yellow); 1 tsp Sriracha (or any chili sauce you love); 1 tsp Rice Vinegar; 1 tsp Avocado Oil; 2 tsps Sea Salt (grated or fine); 2 Garlic Cloves, thinly sliced; 2 cups Snap Peas; 2 tsps Sesame Seeds; 1/2 stalk Green Onion, diced

Dairy-free • Gluten-free • Vegan

Charred Snap Peas with Garlic Miso Sauce

This simple yet flavor-packed side dish is one of those recipes that makes vegetables feel exciting again. If you’ve never charred snap peas, you’re in for a treat—they get crispy edges, a touch of smoky flavor, and pair beautifully with a creamy, umami-rich miso sauce. This is the kind of dish that transforms a basic veggie into the star of your plate.

Perfect as a quick weeknight side, a warm salad topper, or even a midday snack, this recipe comes together in under 15 minutes and uses just a handful of nourishing, anti-inflammatory ingredients. The garlic miso sauce features grass-fed ghee and fermented miso paste, both known for supporting gut and immune health, while snap peas bring the crunch, fiber, and vibrant green color.

So grab your pan, get it sizzling, and let’s turn snap peas into something a little magical.

Why This Recipe Is Healthy

This recipe is loaded with anti-inflammatory benefits:

Snap peas are high in vitamin C and fiber, which support immune and gut health.
Miso paste is a fermented food, feeding your gut with healthy bacteria.
Ghee contains butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid that helps reduce inflammation.
Garlic is known for its antimicrobial and heart-supportive properties.
Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is rich in monounsaturated fats.

This isn’t just a tasty side—it’s a small but mighty dish that supports your body with real, whole ingredients.

Make It Your Own

Add protein: Serve this next to grilled salmon or top with crispy tofu.
Spice it up: Use extra chili sauce or sprinkle on crushed red pepper flakes.
Bulk it up: Toss it over cooked quinoa or rice for a complete bowl.

Storage Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply toss them back in a skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes or warm in the microwave.

Let your veggies shine. This Garlic Miso Snap Pea recipe proves healthy food doesn’t have to be boring—it just has to be done right.

Nutritional Disclaimer

Nutrition information is an estimate generated from a nutrition calculator. There may be errors here or variations based on ingredients you use.

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