Corn and Pea Medley

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
12%
Corn and Pea Medley
15 min.
2
135kcal

Suggestions

This corn and pea medley is a simple, tasty, and colorful side dish that's perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a potluck. It's a great way to get your daily dose of veggies, and it's vegetarian and gluten-free, so it's sure to please a variety of diets. With a buttery lemon sauce and a hint of dill, this dish is both flavorful and nutritious. In just 15 minutes, you can have a delicious and healthy side that's sure to be a crowd-pleaser. This recipe is a great way to add more vegetables to your diet without sacrificing taste or convenience. It's a simple dish with a short ingredient list, but it delivers on flavor and nutrition. The peas and corn provide a good source of plant-based protein and fiber, while the onion and bell pepper add a boost of vitamins and antioxidants. The lemon juice and dill add a bright, fresh flavor that complements the vegetables perfectly. This recipe is a great option for those looking for a quick, easy, and healthy side dish that the whole family will enjoy. It's also a great base for adding your own creative twist with additional herbs, spices, or ingredients of your choice. So, if you're looking for a tasty and nutritious side dish, this corn and pea medley is definitely worth trying!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons butter 
  • 0.3 teaspoon optional: dill 
  • 0.3 cup corn frozen
  • 0.8 teaspoon juice of lemon 
  • tablespoons onion chopped
  • servings bell pepper to taste
  • servings bell pepper to taste
  • 1.5 cups sugar snap peas fresh

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, place 1 in. of water.
  2. Add peas and corn. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-6 minutes or until peas are crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in another saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the lemon juice, dill and pepper.
  3. Drain peas and corn; add the onion mixture and stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories135kcal
Protein12.24%
Fat29.55%
Carbs58.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
78
Glycemic Load
1.98
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
20.097826086957%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Hesperetin
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.91mg
Isorhamnetin
0.26mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Quercetin
1.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:134.83kcal
6.74%
Fat:4.87g
7.5%
Saturated Fat:2.72g
17.02%
Carbohydrates:21.6g
7.2%
Net Carbohydrates:15.7g
5.71%
Sugar:9.46g
10.51%
Cholesterol:10.75mg
3.58%
Sodium:42.65mg
1.85%
Protein:4.54g
9.08%
Vitamin C:237.91mg
288.37%
Vitamin A:5591.36IU
111.83%
Vitamin B6:0.61mg
30.37%
Folate:111.9µg
27.98%
Vitamin K:26.05µg
24.81%
Fiber:5.9g
23.6%
Manganese:0.4mg
19.83%
Vitamin E:2.76mg
18.4%
Potassium:552.76mg
15.79%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.8%
Iron:2.37mg
13.17%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.53%
Vitamin B3:2.37mg
11.86%
Magnesium:45.04mg
11.26%
Vitamin B5:1.12mg
11.18%
Phosphorus:104.43mg
10.44%
Zinc:0.78mg
5.18%
Copper:0.1mg
4.98%
Calcium:45.62mg
4.56%
Selenium:0.96µg
1.37%