Pistachio 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 don't cook vegetables this way every single time. Frozen peas get a quick blanch until they're just tender and that gorgeous vivid green, then tossed with melted butter, chopped mint, and a little lemon zest for a result that tastes far more elegant than the effort involved. The lemon zest is the quiet hero here — it lifts everything and keeps the dish feeling light and fresh rather than heavy. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies or sensitivities, a dish like this is genuinely stress-free: every ingredient is straightforward, with no sauces, spice blends, or packaged shortcuts that might hide unwanted additions. It comes together in just a few minutes, making it an ideal weeknight side that pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or really anything that needs a little color on the plate. Simple, clean, and completely satisfying.
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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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