Xanthan Gum Free Classic Peas with Mint

Total time10 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time5 min

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. The lemon zest lifts the whole bowl, giving it a clean, springy flavor that pairs beautifully with just about any main course. For anyone navigating a xanthan gum sensitivity, side dishes can be surprisingly tricky — it turns up in all kinds of packaged sauces, seasoning blends, and frozen vegetable mixes. This recipe keeps things completely straightforward: frozen peas, real butter, fresh herbs, and a little citrus zest, with nothing hidden in the ingredient list. The whole thing comes together in just a few minutes, making it an easy weeknight go-to that never feels like a compromise. Serve it straight from the pan while the butter is still glossy and the mint is fragrant for the best results.

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Ingredients

4 servings

2 cups frozen peas
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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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