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Minted Peas

Updated: Oct 25, 2024 · Published: Nov 29, 2022 · Written by Dannii Martin · This post may contain affiliate links which earn us commissions if purchases are made · 11 Comments

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Diet: Gluten Free / Vegetarian
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Minted peas with a text title overlay.
Minted peas with a text title overlay.

These Minted Peas are so easy to make. Using frozen peas and a few other ingredients, they make the perfect addition to a roast dinner or sausage and mash. A delicious way to get some extra greens into your diet and ready in under 10 minutes.

A bowl of peas next to a checked towel and some mint leaves.

Minted peas are such a simple, but understated side dish. Frozen peas mixed with some spring onion and fresh mint leaves and a little squeeze of lemon juice for freshness. It will add a lightness to any meal, as well as a pop of colour.

If you are looking for some other pea recipes, why not try our easy Savoury Muffins, comforting Chicken and Pea Risotto or our light and fresh Spring Green Pasta?

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  • Why You Will Love Them
  • Ingredients and Substitutions
  • How To Make Minted Peas - Step By Step
  • What To Serve Minted Peas With
  • Storage
  • Extra Tips
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • More Vegetable Side Dishes
  • Recipe
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Why You Will Love Them

  • Easy - We have used frozen peas, making these minted peas so easy to make and ready in under 10 minutes.
  • Versatile - This is such a versatile side dish and there are so many things that they go with. Take a look at our suggestions below.
  • A great way to eat more greens - If you struggle to eat enough greens, then this is a delicious way to make them more exciting.

Ingredients and Substitutions

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A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.

  • Peas - You can use fresh or frozen here, but remember that shelling fresh peas will add time. Just don't use canned peas as they will get mushy.
  • Butter - We cook the onions in this at the beginning and it adds a lovely caramel flavour.
  • Spring onions (scallions) - We used spring onions because they go so well with the freshness of the peas. You could swap them for a small brown onion or even shallots which would add some sweetness.
  • Mint - You always want to use fresh mint for this. Dried mint just won't have the same flavour. If you do use dried, you will need less.
  • Lemon - This adds a real freshness to the mint peas. We have used juice and zest for extra lemon flavour.
  • Oil - This is added at the end to add some extra moisture and really lift all the flavour.
  • Salt and pepper - Generously season.

More ingredient substitutions and variations can be found in the recipe card.

How To Make Minted Peas - Step By Step

Two shot collage of butter in a pan then with chopped spring onions in it.
  1. Step one: Melt the butter in a small saucepan (a). Add the chopped spring onions (scallions) and cook over a low heat for 2 minutes (b).
Frozen peas and chopped mint added to the pan.
  1. Step two: Add the frozen peas and 2 tablespoons of the chopped mint. Stir well.
Water added to the pan to cover all the peas.
  1. Step three: Add enough boiled water to cover all the peas. Put a lid on the pan and return to the boil for 2-3 minutes.
Cooked and drained peas in the pan.
  1. Step four: Drain the peas. Add the salt, pepper, lemon juice, lemon zest, oil and remaining mint. Mix well and serve.

What To Serve Minted Peas With

Peas and lamb are the perfect combination and anything with mint goes well with lamb. So, why not make our Slow Cooker Lamb Shoulder for a Sunday roast and serve it with Microwave Mashed Potatoes and Roasted Tenderstem Broccoli.

If you are looking for another lamb dish to serve these minted peas with, why not try our Baked Lamb Chops?

If you want some total comfort food, then sausage, mash and peas is always a winner. Why not smother it all in our Easy Onion Gravy too?

These peas also go well with our Chicken and Leek Pie or a Shepherd's Pie too.

A plate with sausages, mashed potato and peas on it.

Storage

Store: These are best served fresh, however leftover minted peas and be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days.

Freeze: You can store leftovers in the freezer for up to a year, although they wouldn't taste as fresh. Put them into freezer bags and they can lay flat in the freezer.

Defrost: These will defrost at room temperature in a couple of hours.

Reheat: You can reheat them in the microwave or a saucepan on the hob.

Extra Tips

  • Don't add salt to peas when cooking, as this can actually toughen them up. Instead, add the salt just before serving.
  • Don't use canned peas, as these will go mushy when cooked.
  • If you use dried mint, then you will need less as it has a more intense flavour.
A bowl of peas with chopped mint on top and a spoon in the bowl.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use fresh peas to make minted peas?

You can use fresh or frozen peas to make these minted peas, however we wouldn't recommend using tinned peas because they can get very mushy. Remember to take into account shelling peas out of the pod if you are using fresh.

Are minted peas vegan?

If you swap the butter for olive oil, then these can be vegan.

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Recipe

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Minted Peas

By: Dannii Martin
These Minted Peas are so easy to make. Using frozen peas and a few other ingredients, they are ready in under 10 minutes.
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Gluten Free
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Vegetarian
5 from 15 votes
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: British
Prep: 2 minutes mins
Cook: 5 minutes mins
Total: 7 minutes mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 160kcal
Allergens:
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Dairy

Ingredients

  • 330 g (2.25 cups) Frozen peas
  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 4 Spring onions (Scallions)
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh mint - finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh mint - finely chopped
  • 0.5 Lemon - Juice and zest only
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 pinch Sea salt
  • 1 pinch Ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Melt 2 tablespoon Butter in a pan. Add 4 Spring onions (Scallions) and cook over a low heat for 2 minutes.
  • Add 330 g Frozen peas and 2 tablespoon Fresh mint. Mix well.
  • Add enough boiled water to cover all the peas. Put a lid on the pan and return to the heat for 2-3 minutes.
  • Drain the peas. Add 1 pinch Sea salt, 1 pinch Ground black pepper, juice and zest of 0.5 Lemon, 1 tablespoon Olive oil and 1 tablespoon Fresh mint. Mix well and serve.

Recipe Tips

  • Don't add salt to peas when cooking, as this can actually toughen them up. Instead, add the salt just before serving.
  • Don't use canned peas, as these will go mushy when cooked.
  • If you use dried mint, then you will need less as it has a more intense flavour.

Nutritional Information

Serving: 1portion | Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 53mg | Potassium: 276mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1093IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 2mg

The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.

 

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Comments

  1. Karen Christie says

    December 25, 2023 at 11:40 pm

    Best peas ever! Only change I made was to sauté the frozen peas in the scallion pan. No need to add water.

    Reply
  2. Beth says

    December 06, 2022 at 4:09 pm

    5 stars
    Those look so good! I can't say that I've ever had peas like this before. I can't wait to try them!

    Reply
  3. Jen says

    December 06, 2022 at 3:22 pm

    5 stars
    Such an easy dish!! Everyone at my house was impressed! Thanks!

    Reply
  4. Charles says

    December 06, 2022 at 3:04 pm

    5 stars
    Your Minted Peas are giving me a new twist on peas! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  5. Katherine says

    December 06, 2022 at 2:37 pm

    5 stars
    Got to love classic minted peas! So tasty.

    Reply
  6. Suja md says

    December 06, 2022 at 2:29 pm

    5 stars
    One of my favorites! These looks absolutely great! can't wait to try!

    Reply
  7. Mairead says

    December 04, 2022 at 3:11 pm

    5 stars
    I love adding mint to peas - such a tasty and refreshing side dish.

    Reply
  8. Toni says

    December 04, 2022 at 2:48 pm

    5 stars
    Oh, I love how easy this recipe is!! Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
  9. Eni says

    December 04, 2022 at 8:49 am

    5 stars
    A delicious and super easy to make side for quick dinners! I love these peas!

    Reply
  10. Charla says

    December 04, 2022 at 8:41 am

    5 stars
    Minted peas lover here! My favourite variation is serving it as a soup along with some rustic bread.

    Reply
  11. Ieva says

    December 04, 2022 at 8:23 am

    5 stars
    Beautiful side dish! We especially enjoyed it with lamb chop last night! So easy, just a few ingredients and super flavoursome!

    Reply
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