Low Sugar Gluten Free Pea Purée
Bright, silky, and packed with natural sweetness from the peas themselves, this purée is the kind of side dish that makes everything on the plate look more elegant. The flavor comes entirely from real ingredients — fresh mint, a squeeze of lemon, and a knob of butter — so there's no need for any sweeteners, syrups, or additives to make it taste good. That vivid green color isn't a trick either; it's the result of cooking the peas just long enough to turn tender without losing their brightness. Blending everything together with a splash of the reserved cooking liquid gives you a texture that's luxuriously smooth, and the optional swirl of heavy cream takes it even further. A pass through a fine-mesh strainer is the pro move here if you want a restaurant-worthy finish. It works beautifully alongside roasted meats, grilled fish, or even spooned under a poached egg for something a little more special.
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4 servings
- 3 cups frozen peas
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1–2 tbsp heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Add the frozen peas and cook until just tender and bright green, about 3–4 minutes. Do not overcook — the peas should still be vivid in color.
- 2
Drain the peas, reserving 3–4 tablespoons of the cooking liquid.
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