Believed to have been developed sometime after 2000, these plump pods are golden yellow and measure between 6 and 7 centimeters long. Plus, they are crisp and crunchy, and are tightly packed with up to 7 round, yellowish-green peas. In fact, Golden snap peas have a fresh, grassy aroma and sweet flavor with a hint of nuttiness. Besides, they are high in vitamins C, fiber, and vitamin A. They are also a good source of vitamin K, and contain moderate amounts of B-complex vitamins, iron and manganese, which in turn may contribute to decreasing inflammation and pain associated with inflammatory diseases.