Tomatoes and Onions and Peas Oh My
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, "Tomatoes and Onions and Peas Oh My" is the perfect quick-and-easy recipe to elevate any meal. This vibrant vegetarian dish features golden caramelized onions, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tender green peas, all beautifully seasoned with garlic, red chili flakes, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. In just 30 minutes, you'll have a versatile, veggie-packed creation that works as a side dish, a light main course, or even a colorful topping for rice or pasta. With its simple ingredients like olive oil and pantry staples, this one-pan wonder celebrates the natural sweetness of vegetables while providing a touch of heat for a satisfying finish. Whether you're looking for a healthy weekday dinner or an effortless addition to your spread, this recipe is a must-try for fans of bold, wholesome flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion
- 2 medium garlic cloves
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup frozen green peas
- 0.75 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes
Instructions
Slice the yellow onion into thin half-moons.
Mince the garlic cloves finely.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced onion to the skillet and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and golden brown.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously to avoid burning.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
Add the frozen green peas to the skillet and stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the peas are warmed through.
Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Stir to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Sprinkle the dish with finely chopped fresh parsley and give it a final stir before removing it from the heat.
Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
507 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1808 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.8 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.8 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1406 mg | 30% | |
*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.
