Description
Bright, buttery peas tossed with caramelized onions and a blast of fresh mint, finished with lemon for a lively, spring-ready side dish that pairs with everything from roast chicken to grilled fish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh or frozen peas
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat a sauté pan over medium heat for one minute.
- Add 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pan and let them melt together.
- Toss in the thinly sliced onion and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and lightly golden.
- Add 2 cups peas to the pan and stir gently to coat them in the butter and onion mixture.
- Cook the peas for 3 to 5 minutes until they are tender but still bright green.
- Stir in 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Mix briefly to combine and warm the mint without overcooking it.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately.
Notes
- If using frozen peas, thaw briefly and pat dry to avoid excess water in the pan.
- Add the mint at the end to preserve its fresh aroma and color.
- For a glossy finish, stir in a small knob of butter just before serving.
- Skip adding mint before freezing; add fresh mint when reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1 cup
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: peas, mint, onions, side dish, spring recipe, quick side, vegetable side