Description
A delicious and visually appealing pea side dish that complements any main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh peas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add fresh peas, salt, and pepper; sauté for about 5 minutes until peas are tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and chopped mint.
- Plate the peas and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top.
Notes
- For a variation, add toasted pine nuts for crunch.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: pea recipes, side dishes, vegetarian side dishes, Mediterranean cuisine