Citric Acid Free Buttered Peas with Mint
Sweet, tender peas tossed in foamy butter and finished with torn fresh mint — this is the kind of simple side dish that somehow tastes far more special than the sum of its parts. For anyone navigating a citric acid sensitivity, even something as innocent-looking as a frozen vegetable side can hide preservatives or additives in unexpected places, so keeping the ingredient list this short is genuinely reassuring. Here, it's just peas, unsalted butter, sea salt, and fresh mint — nothing processed, nothing hidden. The technique is equally unfussy: a quick boil to bring the peas to bright, just-tender perfection, then a toss in melted butter that coats every single one in something rich and glossy. Fresh mint does the heavy lifting on flavor, adding a cool, herby lift that makes the whole dish feel light and vibrant rather than heavy. It pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled fish, or honestly just a good piece of crusty bread. This is the kind of recipe you'll come back to again and again because it's fast, safe, and genuinely delicious.
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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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