Turkey Free Buttered Peas
Simple, vibrant, and genuinely delicious, this buttered peas dish is the kind of side that earns a permanent spot in your weeknight rotation. Frozen peas get a quick blanch until they're bright green and just tender, then tossed in a pan with melted butter and softened shallot — the result is glossy, fragrant, and way more satisfying than it has any right to be. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice lifts everything at the end, and a handful of torn mint leaves adds a cool, herby finish that makes the whole thing feel a little special. There's nothing here to second-guess: the ingredient list is short, clean, and completely free of poultry in any form, so it works beautifully as a side dish even when you're navigating a table full of dietary needs. It pairs well with just about anything — roasted fish, a grain bowl, a simple pasta — without competing for the spotlight. If you've ever dismissed peas as a boring freezer staple, this recipe is a very convincing argument to reconsider.
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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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