Spring weather is finally here and that means fresh peas are back in season! Peas, including sugar snap peas, snow peas, and green peas are great sources of nutrients – they are low in fat, high in fiber, and are good sources of plant protein. Fresh peas are great additions to any meal, and our friends at Cooking Light have put together some delicious dishes that are sure to get your kids wanting more of these nutrient packed pods!
Springtime Vegetable Penne with Lemon-Cream Sauce
Adding produce to pasta dishes is a great way to get your kids eating more vegetables. This bright dish combines two springtime favorites – asparagus and green pea – for a satisfying meal your kids are sure to love!
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Veggie and Tofu Stir-Fry
This protein-packed, vegan dish is a wonderful accompaniment to your Meatless Monday meal! It combines snow peas with a variety of fresh, yummy vegetables. Don’t have all those vegetables on hand? Simply swap them out for what you do have!
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Lemony Snap Peas
Fresh snap peas make the perfect side dish, and this lemony version is super simple to make. For a quick side, prepare the lemon Dijon dressing ahead of time, then just boil the snap peas for 30 seconds and toss them in the dressing when you’re ready to serve!
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