Pescatarian Classic Peas with Mint
Bright, buttery, and finished with a hit of fresh mint, 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 in just two minutes, turning vivid green and tender before getting tossed with melted butter, fragrant mint, and a little lemon zest that lifts the whole thing beautifully. It's the sort of dish that pairs effortlessly with grilled fish, baked salmon, or a simple seafood pasta — making it a natural fit for anyone building meals around ocean-friendly proteins. The ingredient list is short and honest, with nothing hiding in the background to complicate your plate. Season it well with salt and pepper and get it on the table fast, because this one is best served the moment it comes together.
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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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