Sweet Green Peas
Transform humble green peas into a show-stopping side dish with this quick and easy Sweet Green Peas recipe. Featuring tender peas coated in a buttery honey glaze and seasoned with a touch of salt, black pepper, and fresh parsley, this dish strikes the perfect balance between savory and sweet. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile recipe uses simple pantry staples and works beautifully with both fresh and frozen peas—no thawing required! The bright green color and subtle sweetness make it an ideal pairing for roasted chicken, grilled fish, or vegetarian entrees. Whether for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts, these sweet green peas are sure to elevate your table with their delicious flavor and elegant presentation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.25 cups water
Instructions
Heat a medium-sized skillet over medium heat.
Add the butter to the skillet and allow it to melt completely.
Stir in the water, honey, salt, and black pepper until combined.
Add the green peas to the skillet. If using frozen peas, no need to thaw them beforehand.
Stir the peas gently to coat them in the butter-honey mixture.
Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peas are tender and heated through.
Remove the lid and let excess moisture evaporate if needed, ensuring the peas are coated in the glossy glaze.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the peas and stir to combine.
Serve warm as a side dish to your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.3 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1206 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.2 g | ||
| Protein | 16.8 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 822 mg | 17% | |
*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.
