Description
This vibrant side dish combines tender peas with fresh mint, parsley, and a touch of lemon for a light, herby flavor. Quick to make and full of nutrients, it’s perfect alongside any main dish.
Ingredients
Units
- 12 ounces (about 2 1/4 cups) frozen peas*
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or extra virgin olive oil)
- 1 small clove garlic, minced (or grated or pressed)
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Juice of 1/2 a lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the peas and cook for 2–3 minutes until just tender. Drain well.
- In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Stir in the peas, mint, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
- Lightly mash with a fork for a chunky texture.
- Stir in lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasonings. Garnish with additional herbs and serve warm.
Notes
Storage: Refrigerate leftover Peas with Mint and Parsley in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Dairy-Free: Make this recipe dairy-free by swapping out the butter with olive oil or a plant-based butter alternative.
* Fresh peas (like the bag of fresh refrigerated peas at Trader Joe’s) work, too. You may have to cook them a little longer for them to become soft.