Pretty Peas with Bacon on Top
Elevate your side dish game with "Pretty Peas with Bacon on Top," a vibrant and flavorful recipe that blends sweet, tender peas with the savory crunch of crispy bacon. This easy-to-make dish features frozen peas sautéed in a luscious mix of butter, olive oil, and garlic, then brightened with a zing of lemon zest and fresh parsley. The star of the show? Crumbled bacon, scattered generously on top, adding irresistible texture and smoky richness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleasing side is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve it warm, and watch as this colorful, comforting dish steals the spotlight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams frozen peas
- 5 slices bacon
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
1. Lay the slices of bacon in a single layer in a cold skillet. Turn the heat to medium and cook until the bacon is crisp, flipping occasionally, about 8-10 minutes.
2. Once the bacon is cooked, transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Let it cool, then crumble or chop the bacon into small pieces. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat in the skillet.
3. In the same skillet with the reserved bacon fat, add the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the frozen peas to the skillet and stir to combine. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes or until the peas are heated through and tender.
5. Turn off the heat and stir in lemon zest and chopped parsley for a fresh, zesty finish.
6. Transfer the peas to a serving dish and sprinkle the crumbled bacon generously on top for a delightful garnish.
7. Serve warm and enjoy this beautiful and flavorful side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
941 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.1 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.1 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 105 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 2030 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.3 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.4 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.8 g | ||
| Protein | 41.6 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1524 mg | 32% | |
*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.
