Creamed Peas and New Potatoes

Vegetarian
Health score
6%
Creamed Peas and New Potatoes
40 min.
4
185kcal

Suggestions

Creamed peas and new potatoes is a classic side dish that's perfect for spring and summer. This vegetarian dish is ready in just 40 minutes and serves four people. With a glycemic index of 72.77 and a glycemic load of 18.02, this dish is a healthy option that doesn't compromise on flavor. The potatoes are boiled to perfection and then simmered in a creamy sauce with English peas, resulting in a delicious and comforting side that's sure to impress.

This recipe is a great way to showcase the season's freshest produce. The baby potatoes, with their thin, delicate skins, are boiled until tender and then combined with shelled English peas, creating a dish that's both beautiful and delicious. The simple white sauce, made with butter, flour, and milk, adds a creamy texture and subtle flavor that enhances the sweetness of the peas and potatoes.

Not only is this dish tasty and healthy, but it's also packed with nutrients. It's a good source of vitamin C, providing 44.65% of your daily needs, as well as offering significant amounts of vitamin B6, potassium, and fiber. So, if you're looking for a side dish that's both delicious and nutritious, look no further than Creamed Peas and New Potatoes. It's the perfect addition to any meal and is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Ingredients

  • pound baby potatoes red quartered
  • tablespoon butter 
  • tablespoon flour all-purpose
  • cup milk 
  • cup peas english shelled
  • servings salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Boil potatoes for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender.
  2. Drain.
  3. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup water to a boil. Simmer peas in boiling water for 6 to 7 minutes, or until tender (do NOT overcook).
  4. Drain.
  5. Using the same saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to make a thick paste; gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Now add potatoes and peas to the sauce; simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring often.
  6. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories185kcal
Protein13.74%
Fat24.12%
Carbs62.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
72.77
Glycemic Load
18.02
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
11.891304477401%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.91mg
Quercetin
0.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:185.2kcal
9.26%
Fat:5.06g
7.78%
Saturated Fat:2.99g
18.7%
Carbohydrates:29.31g
9.77%
Net Carbohydrates:24.7g
8.98%
Sugar:5.88g
6.53%
Cholesterol:14.85mg
4.95%
Sodium:248.13mg
10.79%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:6.48g
12.96%
Vitamin C:36.84mg
44.65%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.7%
Potassium:660.24mg
18.86%
Fiber:4.61g
18.45%
Manganese:0.34mg
16.89%
Phosphorus:168.26mg
16.83%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.75%
Magnesium:45.85mg
11.46%
Folate:45.24µg
11.31%
Vitamin K:11.58µg
11.03%
Vitamin B3:2.13mg
10.65%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.52%
Calcium:98.94mg
9.89%
Copper:0.19mg
9.49%
Vitamin A:465.87IU
9.32%
Iron:1.51mg
8.37%
Zinc:1.05mg
6.97%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.13%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.59%
Vitamin D:0.67µg
4.47%
Selenium:2.82µg
4.03%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.14%
Source:Allrecipes