Simple Peas and Onions

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Simple Peas and Onions
20 min.
4
174kcal

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Are you looking for a vibrant, nutritious side dish that complements any meal? Look no further than this Simple Peas and Onions recipe! Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, this dish showcases the natural sweetness of fresh or frozen peas combined with the savory depth of sautéed onions. In just 20 minutes, you can create a delightful side that will not only please your taste buds but also add a pop of color to your dinner table.

This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is perfect for those who want to enjoy a meal that is light yet satisfying. With just a handful of ingredients – butter, onions, peas, and a splash of stock – it’s a breeze to whip up on a busy weeknight or a leisurely weekend dinner. The richness of the butter and the slight zing from black pepper work beautifully together to elevate the simplicity of peas, making this dish a standout accompaniment for any main course.

What’s more, you can easily customize it to your liking! For a little extra flair, consider adding a pinch of sugar to enhance the peas’ natural sweetness or sprinkle some fresh mint on top for a refreshing touch. Whether served alongside roasted meats, grilled fish, or enjoyed as a standalone dish, Simple Peas and Onions is sure to become a beloved recipe in your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

  • pound peas fresh shelled
  • 0.5  onion chopped fine
  • tablespoons butter 
  • 0.5 cup chicken stock see plain for vegetarian version (use vegetable stock or just water )
  • servings bell pepper black
  • servings salt 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a sauté pan over medium-high heat. When the butter foam recedes, add the chopped onions. Sauté the onions for a few minutes until they just begin to brown.
  2. Add the peas and the stock and bring to a rolling boil. Taste for salt and add if needed (you might not need to add salt if your stock is already pretty salty.)
  3. If you want, add a pinch of sugar to highlight the sweetness of the already sweet peas.
  4. Reduce, add remaining butter and black pepper: Stir the peas and onions often – you want the stock to reduce by about half without overcooking the peas.
  5. When the stock has reduced, turn off the heat and add the remaining butter and some black pepper.
  6. Serve at once.
  7. If you want, sprinkle on some sliced fresh mint.

Nutrition Facts

Calories174kcal
Protein14.32%
Fat45.26%
Carbs40.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.58
Glycemic Load
4.84
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.156086893185%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:174.36kcal
8.72%
Fat:8.99g
13.82%
Saturated Fat:5.48g
34.28%
Carbohydrates:18.06g
6.02%
Net Carbohydrates:11.34g
4.12%
Sugar:7.27g
8.08%
Cholesterol:22.58mg
7.53%
Sodium:385.04mg
16.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.4g
12.79%
Vitamin C:46.38mg
56.21%
Vitamin K:29.08µg
27.69%
Fiber:6.72g
26.89%
Manganese:0.5mg
24.8%
Vitamin A:1193.28IU
23.87%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.57%
Folate:76.65µg
19.16%
Phosphorus:129.14mg
12.91%
Vitamin B3:2.39mg
11.96%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.44%
Copper:0.21mg
10.32%
Magnesium:39.18mg
9.8%
Zinc:1.44mg
9.6%
Iron:1.71mg
9.5%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.24%
Potassium:300.66mg
8.59%
Calcium:34.6mg
3.46%
Selenium:2.22µg
3.17%
Vitamin E:0.39mg
2.63%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.48%