3-Ingredient Minty Peas with Butter
This seasonal Spring recipe is an incredibly quick and easy way to add a pop of freshness to your plate. Peas, mint, and butter. That's it!
Servings: 4
Calories: 164kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh (or frozen) shelled peas
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh mint leaves
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- Kosher salt , to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper , to taste
Instructions
- Bring a saucepan of water to a rolling boil. Add the peas and boil for about 2-3 minutes, until the peas are bright green and tender. Drain in a colander and run cold water over them to stop the cooking. Set aside.
- Melt the butter in a small skillet, then add the peas and mint. Cook for a minute or two until warmed through and coated with the minty buttery sauce. Season generously with salt and pepper and serve right away.
Nutrition
Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 73mg | Potassium: 275mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1147IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 2mg