Turkey Free Buttered Peas with Mint
Bright, buttery, and finished with fresh mint, this simple side dish is the kind of thing that makes people wonder why they don't cook vegetables more often. The peas go from freezer to table in just minutes, turning a humble bag of frozen produce into something genuinely craveable. Unsalted butter coats every pea in a rich, glossy finish, while torn mint leaves add a cool, herby lift that keeps the whole dish feeling light and fresh. It's naturally free from poultry of any kind — no broth, no drippings, no hidden meat-based ingredients to second-guess. That makes it an easy, confident choice when you need a side that works around specific protein restrictions without any substitutions or workarounds. Serve it straight from the pan while the butter is still foamy and the mint is fragrant — this one does not like to wait.
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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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