Brazil Nut Free Gluten Free Minted Peas
Bright, herby, and finished with a hit of citrus, this simple side dish is the kind of thing that makes people ask what you did differently. Frozen peas get a quick boil until they're just tender and vibrantly green, then tossed with melted butter, fresh mint, and a squeeze of lemon juice that ties everything together beautifully. The optional lemon zest takes it one step further if you want a little extra brightness on the plate. Every ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress — just clean, wholesome produce and pantry staples. It comes together in under ten minutes, making it an effortless weeknight side that still feels a little special. Pair it with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or a simple grain bowl and it'll hold its own every single time.
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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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