Hazelnut Free Gluten Free Minted Peas
Bright, herby, and ready in minutes, this vibrant side dish is the kind of thing that makes a weeknight plate feel genuinely special. Frozen peas get a quick boil until they're perfectly tender and that gorgeous green color pops, then they're tossed with melted butter, fresh mint, and a squeeze of lemon juice that lifts the whole dish. The optional lemon zest adds an extra layer of citrusy fragrance if you want to push the brightness even further. It's naturally free from nuts of any kind — no swaps needed, no label-reading required — because the ingredient list is just clean, simple produce and pantry staples from the start. Fresh mint is the real star here, giving the peas an almost garden-fresh quality that dried herbs simply can't replicate. Serve it alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or really anything that could use a pop of color and flavor on the plate.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!