Nightshade Free Buttered Peas
Simple sides are often the ones that steal the show, and these buttered peas are a perfect example. Sweet frozen peas get a quick blanch until they're brilliantly green and just tender, then tossed in a pan with melted butter and softened shallot for a result that tastes far more luxurious than the ingredient list suggests. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens everything up, and torn mint leaves add a cool, herby finish that makes the dish feel genuinely special. For anyone avoiding nightshades, finding flavorful sides that don't rely on tomatoes, peppers, or paprika can feel limiting — but this recipe proves you don't need any of that to land something deeply satisfying. Every ingredient here is naturally in the clear, so there's no label-reading or substitution stress involved. It comes together in minutes and pairs beautifully with roasted meats, fish, or really anything that needs a vibrant, buttery companion on the plate.
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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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