Peanut Free Buttered Peas
Bright, buttery, and impossibly simple, this little side dish has a way of stealing the show at the dinner table. Frozen peas get a quick blanch until they're vivid green and just tender, then tossed in a pan with melted butter and softened shallot until every pea is glossy and coated in savory goodness. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice lifts the whole thing, and a scatter of torn mint leaves adds an optional herby freshness that makes it feel a bit fancy without any extra effort. For anyone navigating peanut allergies, a dish like this is a genuine breath of fresh air — every ingredient is straightforward, whole, and easy to verify, with zero hidden oils or processed additives to second-guess. It's the kind of recipe that proves a great side dish doesn't need a long ingredient list to be deeply satisfying. Serve it alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or really anything that could use a pop of color and brightness 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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