Green Peas with Fresh Parsley and Garlic Butter Sauce
Bring vibrant color and bold flavor to your table with this quick and easy recipe for *Green Peas with Fresh Parsley and Garlic Butter Sauce*. Perfect as a versatile side dish, this recipe transforms everyday peas into a show-stopping accompaniment. Tender peas are lightly blanched to preserve their natural sweetness and vibrant green hue, then sautéed in a luscious garlic butter sauce that’s both fragrant and rich. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds an herbaceous finish, while a hint of optional lemon juice provides a bright, zesty contrast. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is a perfect pairing for roasted meats, seafood, or simply as a standalone vegetarian delight. Whether made with fresh or frozen peas, this foolproof recipe is sure to become a new family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.5 teaspoons lemon juice (optional)
- 4 cups water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
Add the green peas to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender but still vibrant in color. If using frozen peas, cook for about 1-2 minutes longer.
Drain the peas in a colander and immediately rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the blanched peas, ensuring they are evenly coated in the garlic butter sauce.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, and toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle the freshly chopped parsley over the peas and stir to incorporate.
If desired, drizzle with a small amount of lemon juice for a refreshing tang.
Remove from heat and transfer the green peas to a serving dish. Serve warm as a side dish with your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
460 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.3 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1233 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.1 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 838 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
