Gelatin Free Gluten Free Minted Peas
Bright, herby, and finished with a hit of citrus, this simple side dish is proof that the best vegetables need very little fuss to shine. Frozen peas cook up in just a few minutes, turning vivid green and tender before getting tossed with melted butter, fresh mint, and a squeeze of lemon juice. The result is something that tastes genuinely fresh and vibrant — the kind of side that makes people go back for seconds even when it's not the main event. For anyone navigating gelatin-free eating, packaged or pre-seasoned vegetable sides can be surprisingly tricky, since some contain hidden additives or coatings. This recipe keeps things completely clean: every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, so there's no guesswork involved. The optional lemon zest takes the brightness up another notch if you have one on hand, and the whole dish comes together in under ten minutes with barely any cleanup.
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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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