Shellfish Free Gluten Free Minted Peas
Bright, herby, and finished with a hit of citrus, this simple side dish is the kind of thing that makes people ask what you did to make peas taste so good. Frozen peas go from freezer to table in just a few minutes, coated in melted butter and tossed with fresh mint and lemon juice for a combination that feels genuinely fresh and a little elegant. The lemon zest, if you choose to use it, adds an extra layer of brightness that really ties everything together. Since every ingredient here is naturally free from shellfish and gluten, there's no label-reading required — just straightforward, clean cooking. It pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or a simple grain bowl, and it's light enough not to compete with whatever else is on the plate. This is the kind of side dish that earns a permanent spot in your weeknight rotation.
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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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