Minty Peas Onions
Brighten up your table with the fresh flavors of Minty Peas Onions—a quick and easy side dish that pairs caramelized onions with tender peas, infused with the vibrant kick of fresh mint and a splash of zesty lemon juice. This recipe combines pantry staples like frozen peas, olive oil, and butter to create a warm, aromatic dish ready in just 25 minutes. Perfect as a companion to grilled meats, roasted chicken, or fish, this versatile recipe is seasoned simply with salt and pepper, allowing the refreshing mint to shine. Elevate your next dinner with this light, flavorful side that’s both wholesome and satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Peel and finely dice the yellow onion.
Chop the fresh mint leaves finely and set aside.
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter melts and begins to foam.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly golden.
Stir in the frozen peas and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peas are heated through and tender.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the peas and onions, stirring to combine.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped mint leaves and lemon juice.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then transfer the minty peas and onions to a serving dish.
Serve warm as a side dish for grilled meats, roasted chicken, or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
664 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.9 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1274 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.2 g | ||
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 977 mg | 21% | |
*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.
