Italian Peas

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4.8

36 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    6 servings

  • Calories

    109 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Italian Peas

This easy Italian Peas recipe is simple and quick for a weeknight dinner but special enough to serve with your holiday meal.  Fresh or frozen peas get a flavor boost from chopped onions and garlic in this wonderful, simple side dish.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 large white onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 16 ounces frozen green peas, thawed in cold water for 20 minutes, then well-drained
  • 1 Tablespoon water
  • Pinch of chicken bouillon granules
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Add the oil to a large skillet set over medium heat.  Add the chopped onion and saute until the onions are soft and translucent, about 4-5 minutes.  Add the garlic and cook another 30 seconds more until fragrant.
  2. Add peas, water, and chicken bouillon granules, then cover and cook for 2-3 minutes until the peas are tender and heated through.
  3. Season with salt and pepper.  Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Notes

  • Adapted from All Recipes.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 109kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Sodium 5mg (0%) Potassium 207mg (6%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 579IU (12%) Vitamin C 31mg (34%) Calcium 24mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 109 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 109kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 5mg 0%
Potassium 207mg 4%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 579IU 12%
Vitamin C 31mg 34%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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