Vegetables / Legumes, Nuts, and Seeds
Snow/Sugar pea pod
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 93% |
| Calories | 67kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 3 g/ 71g (4%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.4 g/ 42g (0.95%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 12.8 g/ 348g (3%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.16 mg/ 1mg (13%) |
Vit B2 | 0.09 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B3 | 1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (6%) |
Vit C | 67 mg/ 70mg (95%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 92 mg/ 750mg (12%) |
Phosphorus | 48 mg/ 700mg (6%) |
Iron | 1.2 mg/ 12mg (10%) |
Sodium | 2 mg/ 1500mg (0.13%) free |
What is this food?
Snow/sugar pea pods are the edible pods of young peas. They’re crunchy and sweet-tender, and they’re usually eaten as a vegetable (like in stir-fries or soups).
Why it matters to health
They’re a good source of dietary fiber (4.1 g per 100 g), which helps you feel full and supports healthy digestion. They also provide carbohydrates (12.8 g) with some natural sugar (6.3 g), so they fit well as part of balanced meals—especially when paired with protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and healthy fats (like a small amount of cooking oil). Low fat and very low sodium (2 mg) make them a handy choice for everyday meals.
Healthier tips
- Use pea pods as your extra vegetable in lunch or dinner: aim for about 1–2 cups per meal depending on your appetite.
- Pair them with lean protein (egg, fish, chicken, tofu) to balance the meal.
- For stir-fries, go easy on oil and sauce; add flavor with garlic, ginger, pepper, and a little soy sauce if needed.
- If you’re having them as a snack side, keep the portion small and combine with protein (e.g., boiled egg or yogurt) for better fullness.
Common Filipino dishes
Ginisang snow peas, Pancit with vegetables, Stir-fried mixed vegetables, Tinola with added greens, Vegetable soup
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