Description
A delightful and vibrant side dish that combines the sweetness of green peas with the aromatic freshness of mint and onions. This Minty Peas and Onions recipe is a quick and easy way to elevate any meal with its burst of flavors.
Ingredients
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For the Minty Peas and Onions:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cups frozen green peas, thawed
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the Skillet: In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat until melted.
- Sauté Onions: Add the sliced onions and cook for 6–8 minutes until soft and lightly golden.
- Add Peas: Add the peas and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes until heated through.
- Flavor with Mint: Stir in chopped mint, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently to combine.
- Optional Lemon Zest: Add lemon zest and juice if desired.
- Serve: Serve warm as a flavorful side dish.
Notes
- For added texture, consider mixing in crumbled feta or toasted pine nuts just before serving.
- When in season, fresh or shelled English peas can be used—just blanch them before adding to the pan.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
