Parmesan Peas
Transform a humble side dish into a showstopper with this quick and easy Parmesan Peas recipe! Bursting with vibrant green peas, buttery garlic, and savory Parmesan cheese, this dish is ready in just 15 minutes, making it the perfect addition to weeknight meals or holiday spreads. The secret lies in lightly sautéing the peas with melted butter and fragrant garlic before coating them in a generous layer of freshly grated Parmesan. The result? A simple yet sophisticated side that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, pasta, or even on its own as a snack. Garnish with a touch of fresh parsley for a pop of color and herbal freshness. Whether you're looking for a crowd-pleasing recipe or a quick way to elevate frozen peas, this Parmesan Peas dish will become a new favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Frozen green peas
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
Add the frozen peas to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until tender and bright green.
Drain the peas and set them aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30-60 seconds, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Reduce the heat to low and add the drained peas to the skillet. Stir to combine with the butter and garlic.
Sprinkle the peas with salt, black pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir gently to evenly coat the peas.
Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese begins to melt.
Remove from the heat and garnish with fresh parsley, if using.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
375 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.0 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.0 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 102 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 685 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 16.7 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 461 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 50 mg | 1% | |
*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.
