Wheat Free Gluten Free Minted Peas
Bright, herby, and finished with a hit of citrus, this simple side dish is proof that the best recipes don't need a long ingredient list to impress. 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 optional lemon zest takes the whole thing to another level if you have it on hand — that extra pop of citrus makes the mint sing. Every ingredient here is naturally free from wheat and grain-based additives, so there's no label-reading stress or ingredient swapping required. It's the kind of dish that pairs effortlessly with roasted meats, grilled fish, or a simple weeknight dinner when you need something fresh and vibrant on the table fast. Serve it immediately straight from the pan so the color stays gorgeous and the butter stays glossy.
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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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