Mushroom 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 anything more complicated. Frozen peas cook up in just a couple of minutes, turning tender and vibrantly green before getting tossed with melted butter, chopped mint, and a little lemon zest that lifts the whole dish. The result is light and fresh-tasting, with a subtle citrus brightness that pairs beautifully with everything from roasted chicken to a simple grain bowl. For anyone navigating a mushroom-free diet, this recipe is a genuinely stress-free win — no broths, no umami-boosting fungi, no hidden extras to scrutinize on a label. Every ingredient is clean and straightforward, so what you see is exactly what you get. It comes together in under ten minutes and tastes like something you'd order at a nice bistro, which makes it one of those rare sides you'll find yourself coming back to 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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