Minty Peas and Onions
A fresh and flavorful side dish with peas and onions, accented with a minty touch that adds a refreshing twist to your meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups of frozen peas
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon of fresh mint leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Lemon juice for an extra zing
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and garlic. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes until the onions are soft and translucent.
- Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
- Add the chopped mint leaves, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir well and cook for another minute.
- Optional: Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra freshness.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
This dish pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or as a side to any main course. You can adjust the mint quantity based on your preference for mint flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 recipe)
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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