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Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is NOT safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.

Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.

Sodium
This is NOT a low sodium recipe.

GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.

Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.

 

"Bad men live that they may eat and drink, whereas good men eat and drink that they may live." -Socrates, Philosopher

The refrigerator light goes on...

This is the most wonderful side dish. If you can find fresh peas in the market, purchase them and eat them with the next meal. The freshness of the mint and peas with just a hint of sweet honey is delightful. All of this with tons of fiber, lots of Vitamin C and Vitamin A in a serving of lovely legumes.


 

Minted Peas

Servings: 2 | Serving size: 4 ounces peas

Cooking Time: 30 Minutes

This recipe can easily be multiplied but does not make very good leftovers.

a bowl of fresh peas

Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • 8 ounces fresh peas (or frozen if need be)
  • 2 tsp. unsalted butter
  • 2 tsp. honey
  • 1 tsp. fresh mint leaves (or 1/4 tsp. dried)
  • 1/8 tsp. salt

If you are using fresh peas, pick over them and discard any brown ones. 

If you are using frozen thaw them in a strainer under cool water. 

Place the water in a small sauce pan and bring to a boil. 

Add the peas and cook for 8 minutes.  (If using frozen peas cook only for about 3 minutes.)

While the peas are cooking place the butter, honey, mint, and salt in a small mixing bowl.

After the peas have cooked, strain them and add to the mixing bowl with the other ingredients. 

Toss using a spoon or rubber spatula. 

Serve as soon as the peas are well blended with the other ingredients.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 4 ounces peas

Servings: 2

Amount Per Serving

Calories 150 Calories from Fat 41
% Daily Value
Total Fat 4.5g 6%
    Saturated Fat 2.5g 12%
    Monounsaturated Fat 1g
    Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 150mg 7%
Total Carbohydrates 22g 8%
    Dietary Fiber 6g 23%
    Sugars 12g
Protein 6g
Vitamin A 8% Vitamin C 51%
Calcium 2% Iron 10%
Vitamin K 30mcg Potassium 300mg