Spice Free Buttered Peas with Mint
Simple, vibrant, and genuinely delicious, this side dish proves that the best cooking often comes down to a handful of quality ingredients treated with care. Frozen peas get a quick blanch until they're brilliantly green and just tender, then tossed in foamy melted butter for a glossy, rich finish. A pinch of sea salt and a handful of torn fresh mint are the only seasonings here — no blends, no dried spice mixes, nothing that could sneak in unexpected heat or irritating aromatics. That makes it a perfect fit for anyone navigating sensitivity to peppers, chili, or complex seasoning profiles, since every ingredient is completely transparent and easy to verify. The mint does all the heavy lifting on flavor, adding a cool, herbal brightness that makes the dish feel far more special than its short ingredient list suggests. It comes together in under ten minutes and pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or really anything that needs a fresh, clean counterpoint on the plate. Don't skip the step of shaking the colander dry — it helps the butter cling to every single pea.
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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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