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