Gluten Free Buttered Peas
Simple sides like this one are often where hidden gluten sneaks in — think thickened sauces, seasoning blends with fillers, or store-bought shortcuts that aren't as clean as they look. This dish keeps things beautifully straightforward: frozen peas, real butter, a shallot, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice are all you need. The shallot softens in melted butter until sweet and translucent, then the peas get tossed in to soak up all that richness and turn glossy and bright. A little lemon juice at the end lifts everything and keeps the flavors from feeling heavy. Torn fresh mint is optional but genuinely worth it — it adds a cool, herby note that makes the whole bowl feel a bit more special. It's the kind of side dish that goes with almost anything and comes together faster than you'd expect.
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4 servings
- 3 cups frozen peas
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small shallot, finely minced
- ¼ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, roughly torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the frozen peas and cook for 2 minutes, until bright green and just tender.
- 2
Drain the peas through a colander and return the empty saucepan to the stove over medium-low heat.
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