Nitrate & Nitrite Free Classic Peas with Mint
Bright, fresh, and ready in minutes, this simple side dish is proof that the best things in life don't need to be complicated. Frozen peas cook up tender and vibrantly green, then get tossed with melting butter, fragrant mint, and a little hit of lemon zest that makes the whole bowl sing. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from cured-meat additives and preservatives, so there's no label-reading stress or hidden nasties to worry about. That matters more than people realize — processed side dishes and pre-seasoned vegetables can sneak in unwanted additives, but this one is built entirely from whole, clean ingredients. The mint and lemon zest do the heavy lifting on flavor, giving you something that tastes genuinely bright and restaurant-worthy without any shortcuts. It pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or really anything that needs a pop of color on the plate. Simple, clean, and genuinely delicious — this is the kind of recipe you'll reach for on repeat.
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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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