Low Sugar Gluten Free Minted Peas
Bright, herby, and finished with a hit of citrus, this simple side dish proves that the most satisfying food often comes from the fewest ingredients. Frozen peas cook up in just a couple of minutes, then get tossed with melted butter, fresh mint, and a squeeze of lemon juice for a combination that feels genuinely fresh and a little bit fancy. The optional lemon zest takes the whole thing up another notch if you have it on hand. There's no added sweetener anywhere in this recipe — just the natural sweetness of the peas themselves, which is exactly what makes it taste so clean and vibrant. It's the kind of side that pairs beautifully with grilled fish, roasted chicken, or really anything that needs a pop of green on the plate. Quick to pull together and easy to clean up, this one earns a permanent spot in the weeknight rotation.
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4 servings
- 3 cups frozen peas
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper, or to taste
- ¼ tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the frozen peas and cook for 2–3 minutes, until bright green and just tender.
- 2
Drain the peas and return them to the saucepan over low heat. Add the butter and stir until melted and the peas are coated, about 30 seconds.
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