Honey 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 more complicated recipe. 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 whole thing comes together in one saucepan with barely any cleanup, which is always a win on a busy weeknight. For anyone avoiding sweeteners, this recipe is naturally a safe bet — every ingredient is straightforward, with no sauces, glazes, or dressings that might sneak in hidden sweeteners. The mint and lemon zest do all the heavy lifting here, delivering brightness and complexity without anything extra. It pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or really anything that needs a pop of color on the plate.
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Learn more →Ingredients
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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