Tree Nut Free Gluten Free Minted Peas
Bright, herby, and ready in minutes, this vibrant side dish is the kind of thing that makes a simple weeknight dinner feel a little more special. Frozen peas get a quick boil until they're just tender and that gorgeous green color pops, then they're tossed with melted butter, fresh mint, and a squeeze of lemon juice for a flavor combination that's clean and genuinely craveable. The optional lemon zest takes it even further, adding a fragrant citrus lift that ties everything together beautifully. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress — just straightforward, wholesome cooking. It pairs effortlessly with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or really anything that could use a fresh, bright companion on the plate. Don't skip the fresh mint if you can help it; it's what transforms this from a basic vegetable side into something you'll actually look forward to eating.
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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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