**Green Peas: A Versatile Ingredient for Delightful Dishes**
Green peas, with their vibrant hue and sweet, starchy flavor, are a culinary delight enjoyed worldwide. This versatile ingredient can transform simple meals into delectable feasts, adding a pop of color and a burst of flavor. From classic recipes passed down through generations to innovative culinary creations, green peas have earned a prominent place in cuisines across the globe.
Our collection of green pea recipes showcases the diverse culinary possibilities of this humble ingredient. Dive into the creamy comfort of our green pea soup, where fresh peas blend with aromatic herbs and spices to create a soul-warming delight. Experience the vibrant flavors of our green pea pulao, a fragrant rice dish infused with the goodness of peas, spices, and nuts. Indulge in the crispy crunch of our green pea fritters, a perfect appetizer or snack that pairs perfectly with tangy dipping sauces.
For those seeking a healthier alternative, our green pea salad offers a refreshing and nutritious option. The sweetness of peas harmonizes with crisp vegetables, tangy dressing, and a sprinkle of herbs, making it a delightful side dish or light meal. And for a unique culinary adventure, try our green pea hummus, a creamy and flavorful dip that combines the vibrant taste of peas with the richness of tahini and aromatic spices.
Each recipe in this collection has been carefully crafted to highlight the versatility and deliciousness of green peas. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, these recipes will guide you in creating mouthwatering dishes that showcase the best of this delightful ingredient.
HAM BONE AND GREEN SPLIT PEA SOUP
Split pea soup is a great way to use a leftover Christmas ham bone!
Provided by Mark
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Pork Soup Recipes Ham Soup
Time 2h50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Melt butter and oil in a Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add celery, onion, carrot, and salt. Cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in peas and garlic. Nestle ham bone into the pot; add stock and diced ham. Fill pot with water to about 1 1/2 inches from the top. Mix and bring soup to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer, scraping the bottom of the pot and stirring every 30 minutes, until peas are mostly disintegrated, about 2 1/2 hours. Turn ham bone and skim surface for fat once every hour. Take bone out, remove any meat, and return meat to the pot. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.6 calories, Carbohydrate 47.8 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 19.4 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 670 mg, Sugar 7 g
GREEN PEA SALAD WITH CHEDDAR CHEESE
This easy pea salad has sweet, crunchy pieces of onions mixed with creamy bites of Cheddar cheese. Growing up, a friend of the family made us this pea salad that we love to this day. It's just standard stuff: peas, mayonnaise, egg, cheese, and onion. That's it!
Provided by JessyTastic
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Green Pea Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix sweet peas, eggs, Cheddar cheese cubes, mayonnaise, and onion together in a bowl until ingredients are coated in mayonnaise; season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 132.6 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 947.6 mg, Sugar 6.2 g
GREEN PEA AND MINT SOUP
This refreshing cold soup is a celebration of spring vegetables with a generous amount of green peas and fresh mint. It is very simple to make, and it looks beautiful when served.
Provided by dakota kelly
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over low heat. Add the 4 chopped green onions, and cook until softened, but not brown. Stir in the peas, vegetable stock, and 3 tablespoons of chopped fresh mint. Increase heat to medium, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat back to low, cover, and let simmer for about 30 minutes. If you are using frozen peas, 15 minutes is enough.
- Using a large slotted spoon, remove about 3 tablespoons of the peas, and set aside for garnish. Pour the soup into a blender or food processor along with the milk, and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Throw in a pinch of sugar if desired. Allow the soup to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
- Pour the soup into 4 serving bowls. Swirl 1 tablespoon of light cream into each one, then garnish with reserved peas and sprigs of mint.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 42.7 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 706.7 mg, Sugar 15.7 g
GREEN BEAN, CORN AND PEA MARINATED SALAD
Make and share this Green Bean, Corn and Pea Marinated Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Onions
Time P1D
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Drain the green beans, and corn over a colinder, then place in a glass bowl with the cooked peas, green pepper and sliced onions.
- In a saucepan heat sugar, vinegar, oil, salt, pepper and garlic powder (if using) bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer stirring continuously ONLY until the sugar dissolves completely (do not boil for a long time).
- Remove from heat and pour over the veggies.
- Refrigerate overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.4, Fat 28.9, SaturatedFat 3.8, Sodium 748.5, Carbohydrate 94.3, Fiber 10.1, Sugar 60.4, Protein 9.3
GREEN PEA SOUP
Provided by Ellie Krieger
Time 25m
Yield 4 (1 1/4 cup) servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over moderately-low heat. Add the onion, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the broth, tarragon, salt and a few turns of freshly ground black pepper and bring to a boil. Add the peas and cook just until defrosted.
- In a blender, puree the soup in 2 batches until very smooth. If serving hot, return the soup to the pot and bring just to a simmer. If serving cold, transfer to the refrigerator to chill. Ladle into bowls. Stir the yogurt so that it is smooth and top each serving with a swirl of yogurt.
GREEN BEAN 'N' PEA SALAD
This crispy salad from Pat Walter of Pine Island, Minnesota is a snap to make with convenient frozen green beans and peas. Diced pimientos add a dash of color, and the sweet-sour dressing adds flavor to this appealing toss.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, vinegar, water and salt; stir until sugar is dissolved. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SIMPLE HEALTHY GREEN PEA SOUP
Recovering from surgery and a bad case of strep throat, I threw this together to aid my body through recovery. Eating this soup is a great way to pack in the nutrients. Light, clean, filling, and full of flavor. My kids love it. I just add a little milk to cool it down so they can eat it right away.
Provided by Zebraf301
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion in hot butter until golden and translucent, about 10 minutes. Stir garlic into onions and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir peas and dill into onion mixture and pour in enough chicken broth to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until hot, 10 to 15 minutes. Stir milk into soup.
- Puree soup with an immersion blender or pour pea soup into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 878.9 mg, Sugar 10.2 g
GREEN PEA CASSEROLE
This has been my family's favorite vegetable casserole for 20 years now! The kids requested it again and again for Thanksgiving dinner. -Barbara Preneta, Unionville, Connecticut
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Mix first six ingredients; transfer to a greased 11x7-in baking dish. Prepare stuffing mix according to package directions. Spread over pea mixture. Bake, uncovered, until lightly browned, 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 581mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
GREEN PEA PESTO
I came up with this recipe when I found myself with a plethora of frozen peas. A friend of mine was leaving the country for 6 weeks and I ended up with 5 bags of frozen peas from her freezer. This is a heavier, sweeter twist to traditional basil pesto. Goes well with pasta or spread over bread and covered with cheese...yum! Add more lemon juice, basil, or garlic to taste.
Provided by Katy Hopkins
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil; add the peas and cook until softened. Drain.
- Blend the peas, Parmesan cheese, garlic, lemon juice, basil, and pepper in a blender; while the it blends, stream the olive oil into the mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 25.1 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
GREEN PEA CASSEROLE
Excellent, sophisticated dish. Great for luncheons. This dish is always a smash hit!
Provided by SALLIEBRYANT
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Peas
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together the peas, pimentos, water chestnuts, cream of celery soup and onion. Pour into a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Top with shredded cheese. In a separate bowl, mix together the cracker crumbs and margarine; sprinkle evenly over the cheese.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until browned and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 13.3 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 712.7 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
SPLIT PEA AND GREEN PEA SOUP WITH FRESH DILL
Categories Soup/Stew Bean Vegetable Sauté Vegetarian Quick & Easy Pea Healthy Vegan Dill Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 to 6 first-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add leek and bay leaf. Sauté until leek wilts, about 3 minutes. Add split peas and stir to coat. Add 5 1/4 cups broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until split peas are just tender, about 35 minutes. Remove from heat. Transfer 1 cup soup solids, bay leaf, and remaining 1/2 cup broth to blender. Add petite peas and 4 tablespoons dill. Puree until smooth. Return puree to soup. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon dill.
GREEN PEA CASSEROLE
Make and share this Green Pea Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Nimz_
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix soup, sour cream and 1/3 cup 4 cheese Mexican blend and salt together.
- Fold in peas.
- Spread into an 8X8 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle with 3/4 cup cheddar cheese.
- Mix melted butter with cracker crumbs.
- Spread over top of cheese.
- Sprinkle Cayenne pepper over the top if using.
- Bake at 350 Degrees until bubbly and golden brown, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 706.8, Fat 50.7, SaturatedFat 29.1, Cholesterol 123, Sodium 1105.9, Carbohydrate 43.6, Fiber 10.9, Sugar 15.6, Protein 21.9
BLACK-EYED PEA, PORK, AND MUSTARD GREEN GUMBO
This is one of my favorite gumbos I make. The combination of ingredients may sound strange, but they go together so well and it is so delicious. Serve over warm white rice.
Provided by RFalgout
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Gumbo Recipes
Time 3h30m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Season pork cubes with salt, pepper, and thyme to taste and place in a cast iron skillet.
- Cook pork cubes in the preheated oven until cooked through, about 30 minutes. Transfer pork from skillet to a bowl, reserving drippings.
- Cook and stir bacon in a 9-quart Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium heat until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate, reserving bacon grease.
- Cook and stir okra in the bacon grease over medium heat until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer okra to a bowl, reserving bacon grease. Cook and stir smoked sausage in bacon grease until browned, about 5 minutes. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to sausage; cook and stir until softened, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Stir 48 fluid ounces chicken stock into sausage mixture and bring to a simmer. Stir roux into broth mixture until dissolved and slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Slowly stir 48 fluid ounces chicken stock into thickened stock; bring back to a simmer.
- Mix pork, pork drippings, bacon, chili powder, paprika, 2 teaspoons black pepper, file powder, rosemary, 1 teaspoon thyme, bay leaves, and Creole seasoning into thickened chicken stock; simmer, stirring often and skimming off fat, until flavors blend, about 1 hour.
- Stir black-eyed peas, mustard greens, okra, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, mushrooms, and remaining chicken stock into pork-stock mixture; simmer for 1 hour more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 567.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Cholesterol 89.3 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 34.6 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 2025.5 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
GREEN SPLIT PEA AND BACON SOUP
From Super Food Ideas July 2008. Though I have listed chicken stock as per recipe I used a homemade ham stock. This bought back memories of New Years Eve parties that my parents used to have and there was always pots of mushy peas served. UPDATE- after making this several times now I have found the cooking time will vary between 25 to 45 minutes - I can only put it down to the split peas and that they may vary from packet to packet.
Provided by ImPat
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil in a saucepan over medium high heat and add onion and garlic and cook stirring for about 3 minutes till onion is soft.
- Add peas and stir to coat.
- Add stock and cold water and bring to the boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer partially covered for 25 to 45 minutes or until peas are tender (see note above).
- Remove from heat and process half the soup in a blender or use a stick blender till smooth or do what I did and put the stick blender straight into the pot and process to your liking.
- Return to pot or if you just used the stick blender, stir in lemon juice and cook for 3 minutes or until heated through.
- While soup was cooking in the first 25 minutes, heat a frying pan over medium high heat and add bacon and cook till crisp or use recipe #208501 .
- Transfer to a plate lined with paper towel and drain.
- Crumble into pieces.
- Ladle soup into bowls and top with crumbled bacon and paprika and serve with a roll.
GREEN SPLIT PEA DHAL
Exotic yet cheep to make, this beautiful soup smells like an Indian restaraunt while it cooks, and fills you up like a meal! with the healthy fiber and protein of split peas and the vitamins and minerals of carrots, spinach, and tomatos, all in a curry base that can blow your socks off if you choose, this is one of my favorite winter and spring survival foods.
Provided by BrotherAdso
Categories Beans
Time 1h15m
Yield 3-7 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Over high heat in a large soup pot, combine 1/2 tbs of the ghee or oil, garlic, minced pepper, and tomato slice. Saute over high heat until close to burning.
- Add 1/4 to 1/2 the spice mixture and the rest of the oil, if you need to (sometimes the extra oil is unneccssary).
- Saute until spices are slightly roasted and everything is nice and melded.
- Add the tomato juice and water, allow to come to a boil.
- Add 1/2 of the remaining spice mixture and the split peas.
- Simmer for 30-35 minutes.
- Add carrots and last of the spice mixture.
- Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Mash the split peas with a spoon or potato masher, or use a blender, then return to the pot.
- Add spinach and spice to taste, simmer for a final 10-20 minutes. Serve hot with rice or roti.
CARAMELIZED SCALLOPS WITH FRESH GREEN PEA VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- For the vinaigrette: Blanch the peas in salted water until tender, and then shock in an ice bath. Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, honey and some salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Add the peas, mint and parsley and toss to combine. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- For the scallops: Heat a charcoal or gas grill to high for direct grilling. Brush the scallops on both sides with canola oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sprinkle some sugar over one side and let sit for 2 minutes to slightly dissolve. Place the scallops, sugar-side down, on the grill and cook until golden brown and caramelized, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Flip and continue grilling until just cooked through, about 2 minutes.
- Serve 3 scallops per plate and spoon the peas and vinaigrette over and around the scallops. Top each with some of the chopped mint and parsley.
CREAM OF GREEN PEA SOUP WITH FRESH MINT
Found this recipe a few years back when I was desperately trying to use up a surplus of frozen green peas. This soup recipe is perfect for a light and lazy summer meal and quick to prepare. Garnish each serving with a mint leaf if desired.
Provided by COOKGIRl
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Saute onion, celery and garlic in the olive oil for a few minutes until vegetables soften.
- Add frozen peas, lettuce and broth. Heat until very hot but not boiling, then add milk, reduce heat and simmer covered 15 minutes.
- After 15 minutes, transfer the soup mixture into a blender (or use an immersion blender), add the mint and parsley and process until smooth.
- Stir in the salt and white pepper, nutmeg, sour cream and butter. Blend soup mixture well by hand. Heat through and serve with a smile.
QUICK & SIMPLE GREEN PEA & CHEDDAR SALAD
This is the simplest recipe for pea salad. My mom use to make this for us when we were growing up, now I make it for my family and everyone enjoys it. It only takes a few minutes to throw together, but adds a nice touch to many meals, especially bbq's and family gatherings. I prefer to make this with green onion, but I have used white onion, or even no onion, depending on what I have on hand. I hope you enjoy the recipe.
Provided by TheShields
Categories Cheese
Time 5m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix the frozen peas with the mayonnaise and paprika, stir to combine.
- Add the cheese and green onions and stir until the cheese and onions are coated with the mayonnaise.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika and enjoy.
RICE AND GREEN PEA SIDE DISH
This recipe combines two of my family's favorite foods-peas and rice. The ingredients may be simple, but the colorful combination is unbeatable.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
GREEN PEA, ASPARAGUS, AND PARSLEY SOUP
A healthful one-pot soup with a trio of powergreens to keep you satisfied
Provided by Rachel Beller
Categories HarperCollins Soup/Stew Asparagus Dinner Pea Parsley Healthy Vegan Wheat/Gluten-Free Spring Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the leeks and sauté for 4 minutes, until softened. Add the broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the peas and asparagus and simmer, covered, for 3 minutes longer. Carefully place half of the soup in a high-powered blender and puree until smooth, then return it to the pot. Add the parsley and thyme (if using), and stir well to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, vibrant green peas for the best flavor and texture.
- If using frozen peas, thaw them completely before cooking.
- Add a pinch of sugar to the cooking water to enhance the natural sweetness of the peas.
- Cook the peas briefly to retain their bright green color and crisp texture.
- Season the peas with salt, pepper, and herbs to taste.
- Garnish the peas with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Conclusion:
Green peas are a versatile and delicious vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes. Whether you're adding them to a stir-fry, pasta salad, or simply serving them as a side dish, these tips will help you cook green peas to perfection. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful way to add some color to your plate, reach for a handful of green peas. You won't be disappointed!
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