SPRING PEAS WITH MINT

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For the best results, choose sugar snap peas with plump, smooth-looking pods and a bright green color; select English peas in crisp, brittle pods for shelling.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces sugar snap peas, trimmed
8 ounces shelled fresh peas
1/4 cup sliced spring onion
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Add shelled peas to boiling water and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Immediately transfer to ice-water bath until cooled; drain. Set aside.
  • Add sugar snap peas to boiling water and cook until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and transfer to ice-water bath until cooled. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat butter and oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook, stirring, until softened. Add both peas and stir until heated through and well combined. Season with salt and pepper; stir in mint. Serve immediately.

Rekha Thapa
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy side dish. The peas are cooked perfectly and the mint adds a nice pop of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Ravy
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a big hit! The peas were so fresh and flavorful and the mint added a lovely touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Keri Neering
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This recipe was so easy to follow and the peas turned out delicious. I loved the combination of flavors and the peas were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


N J
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I followed the recipe exactly and the peas turned out perfectly. They were cooked through but still had a bit of a bite to them. The mint and lemon added a lovely flavor and the dish was very refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


Shorif Miya
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This was a great way to use up some leftover peas. The mint and lemon really brightened up the dish and made it feel like a spring meal. I will definitely be making this again.


apna Ajk
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I love this recipe! It's so simple and easy to make, yet it's so delicious. The peas are always cooked perfectly and the mint adds a lovely freshness. I highly recommend this recipe.


Damani Daley
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy side dish. The peas are cooked perfectly and the mint adds a nice pop of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Laletsang Forane
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a big hit! The peas were so fresh and flavorful and the mint added a lovely touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Muhamad Akmal
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This recipe was so easy to follow and the peas turned out delicious. I loved the combination of flavors and the peas were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Ampumuza Abdulhakim
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I followed the recipe exactly and the peas turned out perfectly. They were cooked through but still had a bit of a bite to them. The mint and lemon added a lovely flavor and the dish was very refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


Josmi Medina
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This was a great way to use up some leftover peas. The mint and lemon really brightened up the dish and made it feel like a spring meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Nandi Ndlovu
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I love this recipe! It's so simple and easy to make, yet it's so delicious. The peas are always cooked perfectly and the mint adds a lovely freshness. I highly recommend this recipe.


Aliyu Muzamilu
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish. The peas were cooked perfectly and the mint added a nice touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Sad Love story
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I'm not usually a fan of peas, but this recipe changed my mind! The mint and lemon really brighten up the dish and make it so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Muhammed Rabiu
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the bright flavors and the peas were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Irene Mabe Lah
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This spring peas recipe is a keeper! The peas were so fresh and sweet, and the mint added a lovely refreshing flavor. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.