Peas in Tarragon Cream

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Elevate your side dish game with this elegant recipe for Peas in Tarragon Cream, a luxurious yet simple blend of sweet peas coated in a velvety, herb-infused sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish starts with buttery sautéed shallots and garlic, then adds vibrant frozen peas bathed in rich heavy cream. The bright, anise-like flavor of fresh tarragon and a hint of zesty lemon bring an herbaceous balance to the creamy richness, making it an ideal accompaniment to roasted poultry, grilled fish, or crusty bread for a deliciously light appetizer. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, this easy-to-make recipe combines gourmet flavors with effortless preparation!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 5 min
• Cook Time: 10 min
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 small, finely diced shallot
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 3 cups frozen peas
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh tarragon
• 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon, or to taste salt
• 0.25 teaspoon, freshly ground, or to taste black pepper

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. In a medium skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

2. Add the finely diced shallot and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent.

3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.

4. Stir in the frozen peas and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through and bright green.

5. Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently to coat the peas.

6. Simmer the mixture for 2-3 minutes to allow the cream to thicken slightly.

7. Stir in the chopped tarragon, lemon zest, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.

8. Cook for 1 more minute to let the flavors meld together.

9. Remove from heat and serve warm as a side dish or over toasted bread for a simple appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (159.5g)

Calories		250
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		16.3 g	21%
	Saturated Fat	9.7 g	49%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		45 mg	15%
Sodium		260 mg	11%
Total Carbohydrate		18.2 g	7%
	Dietary Fiber	6.5 g	23%
	Total Sugars	7.0 g
Protein		6.2 g	12%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	0%
Calcium		40 mg	3%
Iron		1.9 mg	11%
Potassium		314 mg	7%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 585 cal (60.0%%)

Protein: 99 cal (10.2%%)

Carbs: 290 cal (29.8%%)