BHA & BHT Free Classic Peas with Mint
Bright, buttery, and finished with a pop of fresh mint, this simple side dish is the kind of thing that makes you wonder why you ever reached for a seasoning packet. Frozen peas are the star here, and they cook up beautifully in just a couple of minutes — vibrant green and perfectly tender. The real magic happens off the heat, when a pat of unsalted butter melts over the warm peas and brings everything together in a silky, glossy coat. A little lemon zest lifts the whole dish and plays off the cool, herby mint in the best possible way. For anyone avoiding synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT, this recipe is a natural fit — every ingredient is clean and straightforward, with no processed shortcuts hiding anything unwanted. It comes together in under ten minutes and pairs effortlessly with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or really anything that needs a fresh, bright companion 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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