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Peas With Mint

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side dishes•british•vegetarian, gluten-free, contains dairy
10 minutes•4 servings•

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 16 ounces frozen peas
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves – finely chopped
Peas with Mint

Instructions

  1. 1.

    Set a medium saucepan over medium heat; add the unsalted butter and melt until foamy, about 1 minute.

  2. 2.

    Stir in the frozen peas, cover, and cook, stirring once or twice, until bright green and tender, 3–5 minutes.

  3. 3.

    Season with the fine sea salt and the black pepper, stirring to coat evenly.

  4. 4.

    Remove from the heat; finely chop the fresh mint leaves and fold them in. Taste and serve warm.

Peas with Mint is a bright, buttery side that pairs the natural sweetness of peas with the cool, aromatic lift of fresh mint. The peas stay tender with a slight bite, while a small amount of butter adds gloss and richness without weighing the dish down. The result is clean and refreshing, a simple preparation that complements roast meats, grilled fish, and spring suppers alike.

In British cooking, peas are a beloved staple of kitchen gardens and weeknight tables, and mint has long been their classic companion. The pairing reflects the broader British fondness for mint with spring produce and lamb, with versions appearing in domestic cookbooks through the 19th and 20th centuries. While related ideas exist elsewhere (think petits pois à la menthe), the British rendition leans minimal—just peas, butter, and fresh mint—letting seasonal flavor speak for itself.