Artificial Flavors Free Classic Peas with Mint
Bright, fresh, and ready in minutes, this simple side dish is the kind of thing that makes you wonder why you ever reached for a seasoning packet. Frozen peas get a quick blanch until they're just tender and that gorgeous vivid green, then tossed with melting butter, fragrant fresh mint, and a little lemon zest for a lift that feels genuinely elegant. Every single ingredient here is exactly what it says it is — no flavor enhancers, no "natural flavors" hiding in a spice blend, no mystery additives on the label. That kind of clean simplicity is surprisingly hard to find in convenience-style sides, but this one pulls it off without sacrificing any taste. The mint and lemon zest do all the heavy lifting, bringing brightness and a garden-fresh quality that store-bought seasoned peas just can't replicate. It pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled fish, or honestly anything that needs a pop of color on the plate.
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4 servings
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- ½ tsp lemon zest
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the frozen peas and cook until just tender and bright green, about 2 minutes.
- 2
Drain the peas and return them to the warm saucepan off the heat. Add the butter and stir until melted and the peas are coated.
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