Cashew Free Gluten Free Minted Peas
Bright, herby, and finished with a hit of citrus, this simple side dish is proof that the best vegetable recipes are often the ones that get out of the way and let fresh flavors shine. Frozen peas go from freezer to table in just minutes, turning vivid green and tender before getting tossed with melted butter, fresh mint, and a squeeze of lemon juice. The optional lemon zest takes the whole thing up a notch if you have it on hand — a little extra brightness that makes the mint pop even more. Tree nut allergies can make navigating packaged side dishes genuinely stressful, but every single ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify. There's no sauce from a jar, no spice blend with a mystery ingredient list — just clean, whole foods you can feel confident about. It pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or really anything that needs a fresh, vibrant counterpoint on the plate. Simple enough for a weeknight, pretty enough to serve to guests.
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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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