When purchasing fresh garden peas, look for ones whose pods are firm, velvety and smooth. Their color should be a lively medium green.

Those whose green color is especially light or dark, or those that are yellow, whitish or are speckled with gray, should be avoided. Additionally, do not choose pods that are puffy, water soaked or have mildew residue.

                 The pods should contain peas of sufficient number and size that there is not much empty room in the pod.

Green peas are a very good source of vitamin K, manganese, dietary fiber, vitamin B1, copper, vitamin C, phosphorus, and folate. They are also a good source of vitamin B6, niacin, vitamin B2, molybdenum, zinc, protein, magnesium, iron, potassium, and choline.

Unwashed, unshelled peas stored in the refrigerator in a bag or unsealed container will keep for several days.

Green peas masala

Aloo matar

Gobhi matar

Green pea and corn soup(nutritious soup for pregnancy)