Air Fryer Sugar Snap Peas

Ready in about 12 minutes.

Updated 7 September 2026

Blistered sugar snap peas that stay sweet and snappy with lightly charred pods. The air fryer cooks them in minutes, keeping their fresh crunch while adding a savoury, garlicky char, a brilliant quick green side.

Ingredients

  • 300 g sugar snap peas
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 0.5 tsp fine salt
  • 0.25 tsp chilli flakes
  • 1 tsp lemon zest

Method

  1. 1Preheat the air fryer to 190°C (375°F).
  2. 2Toss the sugar snap peas with oil, garlic, salt and chilli flakes.
  3. 3Add to the basket in a single layer.
  4. 4Air fry for 6-8 minutes, shaking every 8 minutes, until blistered but still crunchy.
  5. 5Toss with lemon zest.
  6. 6Serve straight away.

Tips for the best results

  • Do not overcook or they lose their signature snap.
  • String any tough pods before cooking.
  • A sprinkle of flaky salt makes them extra moreish.

Frequently Asked Questions

What temperature and time for air fryer sugar snap peas?+

Cook at 190°C / 375°F for 6-8 min, shake every 8 min.

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