Tree Nut 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 brilliantly tender and vivid green, then get tossed with melted butter, fragrant mint, and a little lemon zest that lifts the whole dish. The combination is clean and vibrant — genuinely more elegant than the ingredient list suggests. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, this one is naturally worry-free with no nuts hiding in sauces, coatings, or garnishes. Every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, which makes it a reliable go-to when you need something safe and satisfying on the table fast. It pairs beautifully alongside roasted meats, grilled fish, or really anything that could use a pop of color and brightness. Simple, honest, and genuinely delicious.
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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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