Breastfeeding Friendly Gluten Free Minted Peas
Bright, herby, and ready in minutes, this vibrant side dish is the kind of thing that makes a simple weeknight dinner feel a little more special. Frozen peas cook up fast and stay naturally sweet, while fresh mint and a squeeze of lemon lift the whole dish into something genuinely refreshing. A pat of butter ties it all together with just enough richness to make every bite satisfying. When you're nursing and keeping a close eye on what goes into your meals, it's a relief to work with a short, clean ingredient list you can actually read at a glance. There's no gluten hiding in sauces, thickeners, or seasoning blends here — just whole, recognizable ingredients doing exactly what they should. The optional lemon zest is worth adding if you have it on hand; it gives the finished dish a little extra brightness that really pops. Serve it alongside grilled chicken, fish, or even a simple grain bowl for an easy, nourishing plate.
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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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