Description
A delightful and easy-to-make recipe for Mashed Peas, a flavorful side dish or dip perfect for any meal. With the freshness of green peas and a hint of mint, this dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups frozen green peas
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1–2 tablespoons water or vegetable broth (as needed)
Instructions
- Cook the Peas: Boil water and cook peas for 2–3 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Mash: In a skillet, melt butter with olive oil. Sauté garlic, add peas, and coat. Transfer to a processor, add mint, salt, and pepper. Blend, adding water as needed.
- Adjust and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, consider adding cream or Parmesan cheese.
- Pair with roasted meats or fish, or serve as a dip or spread.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
