Parmesan Peas with Mint
Parmesan peas with mint are an easy and tasty veggie side. The entire dish comes together in just 10 minutes.
As with any recipe, the quality of your ingredients is most important. That’s especially true with something like Parmesan peas because you have so few ingredients. It’s essential to use the highest quality—make ‘em count!
We like to use Parmigiano Reggiano, the best Parmesan on the market, for that reason. It really turns this dish up a notch—from good to great.
Younger petite peas are also better because they’re smaller and sweeter and have a little more crunch than the older variety. Defrost them by placing them in a strainer or colander and running under cool water for a few seconds.
Parmesan Peas with Mint Recipe
Don’t let this unexpected pairing fool you! Parmesan peas and mint is a surprisingly delicious combo.
Ingredients
Yield: 4 servings
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 yellow onion, grated
- 3 cups petite peas, defrosted
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1 Tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved, broken into small pieces
- cracked pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Place a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Add onion and cook 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add peas, sugar and salt, then cook, stirring continuously, just until the peas are heated through—approximately 3–4 minutes.
- Remove and transfer to a serving bowl. Toss with mint, Parmesan cheese and fresh cracked pepper then serve warm.
Notes
These peas are a perfect side for meaty dishes…especially lamb chops!
Calories: 205kcal, Carbohydrates: 17g, Protein: 10g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 28mg, Sodium: 604mg, Potassium: 41mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 6g
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