Mashed Peas

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Mashed Peas
25 min.
6
168kcal

Suggestions

This simple side dish is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. With a vibrant green color and a sweet, buttery flavor, mashed peas are sure to be a hit with both adults and kids alike. Fresh mint and spring onions add a subtle savory twist, while a touch of brown sugar enhances the natural sweetness of the peas. This dish is not only tasty but also highly nutritious, packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals. It's vegetarian and gluten-free, making it an inclusive option for a variety of dietary preferences. Quick and easy to prepare, mashed peas are a convenient addition to any meal and can be served warm or cold. Whether you're looking for a new way to enjoy your veggies or want to impress your guests with a unique and flavorful side, this recipe for mashed peas is definitely one to try!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons brown sugar 
  • tablespoons brown sugar 
  • tablespoons butter 
  • bunch mint leaves fresh
  • bunch spring onion chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 16 ounce peas frozen
  • servings salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet, and cook and stir the frozen peas, mint leaves, and green onions until the peas are hot and tender but still bright green, 7 to 10 minutes.
  2. Pour the peas into a bowl, and mash until the peas are thoroughly crushed but still slightly chunky. Stir in the butter, brown sugar, and salt and pepper, and mix until the sugar has dissolved.
  3. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts

Calories168kcal
Protein9.85%
Fat45.77%
Carbs44.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.06
Glycemic Load
2.98
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
9.5013043828633%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.21mg
Hesperetin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:168.1kcal
8.4%
Fat:8.77g
13.49%
Saturated Fat:3.1g
19.37%
Carbohydrates:19.13g
6.38%
Net Carbohydrates:14.66g
5.33%
Sugar:12.14g
13.49%
Cholesterol:10.03mg
3.34%
Sodium:230.76mg
10.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:4.24g
8.49%
Vitamin C:31.2mg
37.82%
Vitamin K:30.16µg
28.73%
Fiber:4.47g
17.87%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.49%
Vitamin A:763.15IU
15.26%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.6%
Folate:52.68µg
13.17%
Phosphorus:85.05mg
8.51%
Vitamin B3:1.62mg
8.12%
Iron:1.29mg
7.17%
Copper:0.14mg
7.12%
Magnesium:27.1mg
6.77%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.72%
Zinc:0.97mg
6.45%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.26%
Potassium:211.14mg
6.03%
Vitamin E:0.9mg
6%
Calcium:31.33mg
3.13%
Selenium:1.53µg
2.18%
Source:Allrecipes