Hazelnut Free Classic Peas with Mint
Bright, fresh, and ready in minutes, this simple side dish is the kind of recipe that makes you wonder why you ever overthought vegetables. Frozen peas cook up tender and vibrantly green, then get tossed with melted butter, fragrant mint, and a little lemon zest for a combination that feels genuinely elegant. The mint lifts everything with a cool herbal note while the lemon zest adds just enough brightness to make the flavors pop. It's the sort of dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled fish, or really anything that needs a fresh, colorful companion on the plate. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies or sensitivities, this recipe is naturally free of any such concerns — every ingredient is clean and straightforward with zero hidden surprises. Best of all, it comes together in one saucepan with almost no cleanup, making it a weeknight hero you'll reach for again and again.
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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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