Yeast Free Buttered Peas
Simple, vibrant, and genuinely satisfying, this buttered peas dish proves that the best sides don't need a long ingredient list to deliver big flavor. 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 glossy, savory finish. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice lifts everything at the last moment, and a scatter of torn mint leaves adds an optional pop of freshness that makes the whole thing feel a little special. For anyone navigating a yeast-free lifestyle, this recipe is naturally in the clear — every ingredient on the list is straightforward and free of the fermented or leavened components that can make so many packaged sides off-limits. There's no label-reading required, no swaps needed, just clean, whole ingredients coming together in one pan. It works beautifully alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or really anything that needs a bright, 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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