Description
Creamy minty peas and onions dance with fresh herbs, creating a delightful side dish that elevates simple vegetables. Garden-fresh ingredients blend into a quick, elegant accompaniment you’ll savor alongside grilled meats or as a light vegetarian option.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 2 cups peas (fresh or frozen)
- 1 small onion (yellow or shallots)
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint (chopped) or 1 teaspoon dried mint
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
Fats:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil
Instructions
- Warm a skillet over medium heat, introducing butter or olive oil to create a smooth cooking surface.
- Gently slide sliced onions into the pan, allowing them to transform into a soft, translucent golden hue over 5-7 minutes with occasional stirring.
- Introduce vibrant green peas to the caramelized onions, ensuring they are evenly coated with the aromatic fat.
- Season the mixture with a delicate sprinkle of salt and pepper, then let the peas simmer for 3-5 minutes until they reach a tender yet crisp consistency.
- Elevate the dish’s flavor profile by folding in freshly chopped mint leaves and optional lemon zest, letting them meld together for a final minute.
- Remove the skillet from heat, allowing the herbal essence to infuse the vegetables with a bright, refreshing character.
- Present the minty peas and onions as a sophisticated accompaniment to lamb, chicken, or delicate fish dishes, serving while warmth enhances their delectable qualities.
Notes
- Opt for sweet onions like Vidalia to enhance the natural sweetness of the peas and balance the mint’s fresh flavor.
- Choose fresh or frozen peas for the best texture, avoiding canned varieties which can become mushy and lose vibrant color.
- Use unsalted butter to control salt levels, allowing you to season the dish precisely without overwhelming the delicate mint and pea flavors.
- Quick cooking preserves the bright green color and crisp texture of the peas, ensuring they remain tender-crisp and nutritionally rich.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 78 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 292 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg