Breastfeeding Friendly Gluten Free Pea Purée
Bright, buttery, and finished with a whisper of fresh mint, this silky pea purée is the kind of side dish that feels a little fancy without requiring much effort at all. Frozen peas are a brilliant shortcut here — they cook in just a few minutes and stay that gorgeous vivid green that makes the whole bowl look like spring. A squeeze of lemon lifts everything, while unsalted butter keeps the flavor rich and mellow, which matters when you're being mindful about what goes into your body during the nursing months. Peas are a great source of plant-based protein and folate, making this an especially smart choice when your nutritional needs are running higher than usual. The optional splash of heavy cream takes the texture from smooth to impossibly luxurious, and the whole thing comes together in one saucepan and a blender. It's naturally gluten free with no substitutions needed — just clean, whole ingredients doing exactly what they're supposed to do. Serve it alongside grilled chicken or fish, or honestly just eat it warm with a piece of crusty bread and call it a win.
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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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