Pea, Mint, and Feta Fritters Recipe from: Gourmande In The KitchenConsider these grown-up potato pancakes, but without all the starchy potatoes. Instead, this crafty blogger uses resistant-starch peas, so you can watch (or savor) as the calories melt away. Little bits of feta and mint up the flavor factor, while a cooling yogurt sauce makes for way better dipping than sugary ketchup or sour cream. MORE: 15-Minute Dinner: Sweet Pea and Basil Pesto Pea and Mint Pesto Recipe from: Oh My VeggiesPeas and mint go together like peanut butter and jelly. Mashing them into a tasty paste to spread on homemade (gluten-free) flatbread makes better sense than some rich fattening cheese sauce. With a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts and Parmesan, you’re off to a delicious, veggie-filled snack. Smashed Peas on ToastRecipe from: Ramblin’ RoseWe know what you’re thinking: Peas? On toast?! But stop freaking out for a second and try it. It just might become your new go-to toast spread. And it definitely beats butter, Nutella, or sugary jelly, that’s for sure. MORE: Finger-Food Makeover: Avocado, Snap Pea, and Radish Lettuce Wraps Pea HummusRecipe from: The Kitchy KitchenWe know, hummus is already pretty healthy. So what could peas possibly add to the mix? Lots of fun flavor with some no-cal resistant starch, that’s what. Mix sweet peas into a typical hummus blend and you’ve got a sweet and salty mix everyone loves. Fat-Free Green Pea DipRecipe from: The Vegan Mother HubbardDip is a summertime staple (what else are you going to bring to potlucks?), but most recipes call for lots of cream or lots of cheese–not exactly healthy. This recipe cuts out the dairy so you can dip your veggies in…more veggies. Vegan Green Pea Cookies Recipe from: KiipfitYep, you can even put peas into cookies. With their slight sweetness and creamy texture, they fit right in on the dessert table while adding a pop of resistant starch and fiber to keep you feeling full longer. MORE: The Truth About Pea Protein Sweet Potato Wedges with Mint Mushy Peas Recipe from: The Green Goddess LifeDon’t let the word “mushy” send you running. This British staple is actually super tasty and doubles as another better-for-you dip. You don’t have to serve sweet potato wedges with it, but why wouldn’t you? Barley Risotto with Peas and Parmesan Recipe from: The Little ThingsMost pasta isn’t known for being healthy, but when you swap out regular rice for protein- and fiber-rich barley and then top it with a mashed pea sauce instead of the usual cream, you’ve got a pasta dish that your waistline will love.