Snap Pea

The snap pea, also known as the sugar snap pea, is a cultivar group within the garden pea species Pisum sativum. Unlike traditional garden peas, which are grown for their seeds, snap peas are grown for their edible pod, which is sweet and crunchy. The name "snap pea" comes from the crisp sound the pod makes when it is broken or bitten. In Hebrew, the snap pea is known as פיסום מתוק (pisum matok). In French, it is called pois mange-tout, while in Spanish, it is referred to as arveja azucarera. Snap peas are often eaten raw, steamed, or stir-fried and are a popular vegetable in many cuisines due to their sweet flavor and crisp texture. They are also a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as dietary fiber.