Brazil Nut Free Buttered Peas with Mint
Sweet, vibrant, 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. Frozen peas get a quick blanch until they're brilliantly green and just tender, then tossed in foamy butter for a glossy, rich coating that tastes far more indulgent than it has any right to. The torn mint leaves go in at the very end, so they stay fresh and fragrant rather than wilting into the heat. What makes this recipe so reliably safe is how clean and straightforward the ingredient list is — butter, peas, salt, and mint, with absolutely no hidden additives or mixed-nut blends to second-guess. It comes together in under ten minutes and pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or really anything that needs a bright, buttery companion 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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