Like other green vegetables, snap peas pack in a lot of nutrition. Snap peas contain a wide array of vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, K, A, folate, riboflavin, niacin, iron, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium. Snap peas also contain protein and healthy ALA omega-3 fatty acids. The vitamin C content of snap peas is especially noteworthy: just one cup of snap peas contains roughly 98 percent of the daily-recommended intake of vitamin C. This vitamin is essential for repairing tissue, combating free radical damage, and aiding in the absorption of dietary iron. Snap peas are also very good sources of dietary fiber. As a member of the legume family, the snap pea contains a hardy amount of fiber to aid in digestive regularity and to keep satiety in between meals. Several anti-inflammatory phytonutrients are found in snap peas (and other green peas) including saponins, phenolic acids, and flavanols. These compounds exhibit antioxidant effects and are associated with lowered risk of several diseases, including diabetes and heart disease. snap peas iStock/EzumeImages
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