MINTY PEAS AND ONIONS

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Mother could always rely on peas and onions when she was in a hurry and needed a quick side. Besides being easy to prepare, this dish was loved by everyone in our family. It was handed down to my mother by my grandmother. -Santa D'Addario, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 large onions, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen peas
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint or 2 teaspoons dried mint

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onions and red pepper in oil until onions just begin to soften. Add peas; cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until heated through. Stir in mint and cook for 1 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 128mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Mary Kashinge
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Md Ajadul
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This dish is a great way to add some color to your plate.


stacy_ myles
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I'm so glad I found this recipe!


Akhi Nur
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This is a simple but delicious recipe that I will definitely make again.


Yj Yvtf
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it.


Kaiser Ali
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


Avey Ovo
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I'm not a big fan of peas, but I really enjoyed this dish.


Minu Taeyungh
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This is a healthy and delicious side dish that I will definitely make again.


Fareed Albaloshi
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I served this dish with grilled chicken and it was a perfect combination.


horran fatima
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover peas.


Farid Yazidi
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I used frozen peas and they worked just fine.


Azeem Akhter
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The mint really made this dish. It gave it a fresh and summery flavor.


Asanda Mbhele
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I added some chopped bacon to the peas and onions. It was delicious!


Mohdhusain G150
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I followed the recipe exactly and the peas turned out perfectly. They were tender and flavorful.


Arslan Mani
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish.


Techno Stream
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I made this for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor.


Julian Wealthson
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This dish was so refreshing and flavorful! The mint and onion really complemented the peas, and the lemon juice added a nice tang.