Cashew 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 you wonder why you don't cook vegetables this way every single time. Frozen peas go from freezer to table in just minutes, turning bright green and tender before getting tossed in foamy melted butter that coats every little sphere in richness. The torn mint leaves added at the very end bring a cool, herby lift that keeps the whole dish feeling fresh rather than heavy. It's a genuinely elegant combination built from just four ingredients, which means nothing sneaky is hiding in the mix — no nut-based oils, no complex sauces, just clean, honest flavors. This makes it a brilliant companion to roasted meats, grilled fish, or even a simple pasta, and it comes together so fast it can be your go-to last-minute side on a busy weeknight. The butter-and-mint pairing is a classic for good reason, and once you taste how well it works here, it'll earn a permanent spot in your regular rotation.
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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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