Oats 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 in just a few minutes until they're vivid green and just tender, then get tossed in foamy melted butter for a glossy, rich coating that's hard to resist. A scatter of torn mint at the end lifts the whole dish with a cool, herby freshness that balances the richness beautifully. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of grains and grain-derived additives, so there's no label-reading stress — just clean, honest produce and dairy. It comes together in one saucepan with almost no effort, making it an ideal last-minute side for everything from roast chicken to a simple pasta. Serve it immediately straight from the pan while the butter is still glossy and the mint is fragrant.
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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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