Tree Nut Free Buttered Peas
Simple sides like this one are often where the most satisfying cooking happens. Bright green peas get tossed in melted butter with softened shallot, a squeeze of lemon juice, and an optional handful of torn fresh mint — the result is glossy, fragrant, and genuinely hard to stop eating. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free of tree nuts, so there's no label-scanning or ingredient-swapping required. The lemon juice lifts the whole dish and keeps it from feeling heavy, while the shallot adds a gentle savory depth that makes this feel a step above your average weeknight vegetable. It comes together in one saucepan with minimal effort, which means less cleanup and more time at the table. Whether you're serving it alongside roasted chicken, a simple pasta, or just piling it onto a plate on its own, this is the kind of side dish that quietly steals the show.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!