Pistachio Free Gluten Free Minted Peas
Bright, herby, and finished with a hit of citrus, this simple side dish transforms a bag of frozen peas into something genuinely craveable. The butter melts right into the warm peas, giving them a silky richness that plays beautifully against the fresh mint and lemon juice. It comes together in just a few minutes on the stovetop, making it one of those rare recipes that feels a little fancy without requiring any real effort. Every ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. The optional lemon zest adds a fragrant pop that takes the whole dish up a notch if you have one sitting on the counter. Serve it alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or really anything that could use a fresh, vibrant companion on the 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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