Green Peas With Crispy Bacon

Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Green Peas With Crispy Bacon
44 min.
12
123kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your side dish game? Look no further than this delightful recipe for Green Peas with Crispy Bacon! This gluten-free dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a burst of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing. With just 44 minutes of preparation, you can serve up to 12 people, making it perfect for family gatherings or dinner parties.

The combination of sweet green peas and crispy bacon creates a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. The savory crunch of the bacon pairs beautifully with the fresh, vibrant peas, while the addition of orange juice and mint adds a refreshing twist that brightens the entire dish. Each serving is a mere 123 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt!

Imagine the aroma of sizzling bacon filling your kitchen as you prepare this dish. The shallots sautéed in bacon drippings bring an irresistible depth of flavor, and the garnish of orange rind curls adds a touch of elegance. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a comforting meal at home, this Green Peas with Crispy Bacon recipe is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. Get ready to savor every bite!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon 
  • teaspoons butter 
  • tablespoons mint leaves fresh chopped
  • cup orange juice fresh
  • teaspoon orange zest grated
  • 12 servings orange zest 
  • 32 oz peas sweet green frozen thawed
  • teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  •  shallots sliced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. Cook bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat 10 to 12 minutes or until crisp; remove and drain on paper towels, reserving 2 tsp. drippings in skillet. Crumble bacon.
  2. Saut shallots in hot drippings over medium-high heat 2 minutes or until tender. Stir in orange rind, orange juice, pepper, and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until reduced by half.
  3. Add peas, and cook 5 minutes; stir in mint and butter.
  4. Transfer peas to a serving dish, and sprinkle with crumbled bacon.
  5. Garnish, if desired.
  6. *6 cups shelled fresh sweet green peas may be substituted. Cook peas in boiling water to cover 5 minutes; drain and proceed with recipe as directed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories123kcal
Protein17.46%
Fat28.33%
Carbs54.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.36
Glycemic Load
4.2
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
11.630000024386%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.29mg
Hesperetin
2.55mg
Naringenin
0.44mg
Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:122.89kcal
6.14%
Fat:3.97g
6.11%
Saturated Fat:1.47g
9.19%
Carbohydrates:17.1g
5.7%
Net Carbohydrates:11.22g
4.08%
Sugar:6.35g
7.06%
Cholesterol:6.63mg
2.21%
Sodium:155.94mg
6.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.51g
11.02%
Vitamin C:57.72mg
69.96%
Fiber:5.88g
23.53%
Vitamin K:19.13µg
18.22%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.86%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.2%
Folate:61.41µg
15.35%
Vitamin A:730.78IU
14.62%
Vitamin B3:2.09mg
10.46%
Phosphorus:101.85mg
10.18%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.65%
Copper:0.17mg
8.26%
Potassium:287.2mg
8.21%
Magnesium:32.62mg
8.16%
Iron:1.39mg
7.72%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.44%
Zinc:1.09mg
7.29%
Calcium:45.69mg
4.57%
Selenium:3.04µg
4.35%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.36%
Vitamin E:0.19mg
1.27%
Source:My Recipes