Fill a large bowl with ice and water to create an ice bath and set aside by your sink.

In a pot, bring water and 1 tbsp of salt to a boil.  Place the sugar snap peas in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes, or until bright green.  Immediately strain in a colander and place in the the ice water bath to stop the cooking process.

When the peas are cool, remove from the ice water bath and cut into thirds.  Toss with extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper, to taste.