Walnut 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. Frozen peas are the secret weapon here — they cook in just a couple of minutes and turn a gorgeous, vivid green that looks like you put in way more effort than you did. A quick toss in foamy melted butter coats every pea in richness, while the torn mint lifts the whole dish with a cool, herby freshness that keeps it from feeling heavy. The ingredient list is short and completely straightforward, so there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden additives sneaking into your meal. It comes together in one saucepan with barely any cleanup, making it an easy go-to alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or really anything that could use a pop of color on the plate. Serve it the moment it's done — that's when the butter is still glossy and the mint is at its most 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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