Description
A quick, vibrant side dish of peas sautéed with aromatic onion and garlic, brightened with fresh lemon juice and herbs—perfect for adding color and freshness to a holiday table.
Ingredients
- 4 cups (550 g) frozen peas
- 1 small onion or shallot, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the butter or olive oil.
- Add the chopped onion or shallot and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the frozen peas directly to the pan and stir to combine. Cook for about 3–5 minutes, until heated through and bright green.
- Season with salt and black pepper. Stir in the lemon juice if using.
- Remove from heat and gently mix in the fresh chopped parsley or thyme before serving.
Notes
- For a richer version, add a splash of cream or coconut milk at the end.
- Try substituting basil, dill or tarragon instead of parsley or thyme.
- Caramelize the onions a little longer for extra sweetness and depth.
- Add sautéed mushrooms for texture and flavor variation.
- Frozen peas are convenient and taste excellent when sautéed rather than boiled. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
