Tarragon Green Peas
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Tarragon Green Peas recipe! Tender green peas are sautéed in unsalted butter with fragrant shallots, then simmered in a light vegetable stock to achieve the perfect balance of sweetness and tenderness. The addition of fresh tarragon leaves lends a delicate anise-like flavor, while a finishing touch of lemon juice brightens every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is as easy to make as it is elegant, making it a versatile choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve warm alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or your favorite vegetarian entrée, and watch these aromatic, buttery peas become a household favorite. Keywords: tarragon green peas, quick side dish, green pea recipe, buttered peas, fresh tarragon.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams green peas
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium shallot
- 2 teaspoons fresh tarragon leaves
- 60 ml vegetable stock
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Finely dice the shallot and chop the fresh tarragon leaves. Set aside.
In a medium skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the diced shallot to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the green peas and cook for 1-2 minutes, ensuring they are evenly coated with butter.
Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a simmer. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the peas are tender but still bright green.
Stir in the chopped tarragon, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional minute to allow the flavors to meld.
Remove from heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the peas. Toss gently to combine.
Transfer the tarragon green peas to a serving dish and serve warm as a side to your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
624 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.4 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.5 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1353 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.5 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.8 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.7 g | ||
| Protein | 26.7 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1349 mg | 29% | |
*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.
