Barley Free Buttered Peas with Mint
Bright, buttery, and finished with a handful of fresh mint, this simple side dish is the kind of thing that makes a weeknight plate feel a little more special. The peas cook up vivid green in just a couple of minutes, then get tossed in foamy melted butter for a glossy, rich coating that's hard to resist. Torn mint leaves stirred in at the end bring a cool, herbal lift that balances the richness beautifully — it's a classic pairing for good reason. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, this dish is naturally worry-free since every ingredient is straightforward and clean: frozen peas, butter, salt, and fresh mint. No sauces, no blends, no hidden grain derivatives to second-guess on a label. It's the kind of recipe where simplicity is genuinely the whole point, and the result tastes far more elegant than the short ingredient list suggests. Serve it alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or really anything that could use a pop of color and freshness on the plate.
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4 servings
- 3 cups frozen peas
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 3 tbsp fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
Instructions
- 1
Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the frozen peas and cook for 2–3 minutes, until bright green and just tender.
- 2
Drain the peas through a colander and shake off any excess water.
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