18 Creative Pea Recipes That Will Change How You See This Green Veggie
If you think peas are just a bland side dish, these 18 recipes are here to completely change your mind. Packed with bright flavors and incredible freshness, these dishes turn a simple green staple into the absolute highlight of your meal. From comforting mains to crisp, refreshing sides, there is an option here to upgrade any plate on your weekly menu. Get ready to discover just how delicious and versatile peas can really be when given the spotlight!
Petits Pois a la Francaise or French Braised Peas
Petits Pois a la Francaise is a classic French bistro recipe of braised peas and lettuce that features bacon, baby onions cream and butter. It is a fantastic and easy side dish that cooks in well under half an hour that is equally good served with either meat or fish.
Spring Soup
This vibrant spring soup is everything good about spring! Bright green and fresh, it features green peas, spinach, chives and mint.
Green Pea Dip
Everyone we’ve served this pea dip to raves about it! With just 3 ingredients, it’s an easy party appetizer to add to your list of party dip recipes.
Quick & Easy Minted Pea Salsa or Salad
This simple and insanely quick minted pea salsa or salad is the epitome of summer flavours, garden peas, chilli, tomato, red onion and mint! There is no real cooking involved in this recipe, all you need to do is pour some boiling water over your frozen peas, then get to work chopping. You should be done in 15 minutes!
Pea and mint soup
This pea and mint soup is a true taste of spring, with its bright green color and light flavors. It’s also incredibly quick and easy to make using fresh or frozen peas, and can be served both warm and chilled.
Classic Pea Salad
Classic Pea Salad is an easy to make summer side dish! It’s so creamy and loaded with flavor from frozen sweet green peas, crisp onions, bacon, and cheddar cheese. A seasoned mayo dressing holds it all together in the best way. It’s a picnic basket staple!
Pasta with Peas
This flavorful pasta with peas is a quick and easy meal that comes together in just 20 minutes! It’s got a bright flavor from lemon and a satisfying, creamy texture from mashed peas.
Citrus Pea Pesto
A citrus pea pesto recipe made with cannellini beans. It’s fresh tasting without the need for seasonal ingredients and the perfect topping for pasta!
Spring Pea and Radish Risotto
Citrus infused creamy arborio rice is tossed with fresh spring peas and Meyer lemon dijon roasted radishes. Topped with crumbly bacon and freshly grated parmesan, this is pea and radish risotto is spring comfort food at its best!
Pea Cabbage Curry
Patta Gobhi Matar, a traditional North Indian mild Pea and Cabbage Curry, combines shredded cabbage with green peas and aromatic spices. It’s simple, healthy, and perfect for everyday meals.
Scallops with Chorizo and Pea Purée
This starter of pan seared scallops with chorizo are a real favourite in our house. We just love scallops and they pair beautifully with the salty spiciness of chorizo sausage. They are served on a minted pea purée, which complements the sweetness of the shellfish and is easily made with frozen peas. The whole dish can be made in 15 minutes from start to finish, which makes it perfect for entertaining guests or a special meal at home. Bon appétit!
Broccoli and Pea Soup
Broccoli and pea soup is a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that’s bursting with fresh, green flavors. It’s the perfect healthy choice for a light and satisfying meal. For more inspiration, check out my healthy soup ideas.
Slow Cooker Peas and Carrots
These slow cooker peas and carrots are cooked with butter, honey, and a few extra seasonings for an irresistibly light and flavorful taste. This is one side dish where delicious meets healthy.
Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup
This Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup recipe is a great way to make use of that leftover holiday ham bone. Cooking it low and slow is the best method for creating creamy, delicious split pea soup.
Sauteed Mushrooms and Peas
This healthy and flavorful side dish for Sautéed Mushrooms & Peas combines mushrooms, frozen peas, onion, garlic and a savory blend of herbs and spices to make an easy yet elegant side dish fit for busy weeknights and special occasions.
Mushroom Risotto with Peas
Arborio rice makes this Mushroom and Pea Risotto recipe creamy, and soaking the rice beforehand reduces the cooking time.
Keema Curry (Ground Beef and Peas)
Keema curry is an Indian dish made with ground beef, peas, onion, garlic, ginger, and warm spices. A one-skillet dinner usually served with rice or naan.
Prawn and Pea Pasta Under 20 Minutes
Prawn and pea pasta, a true store cupboard and freezer dinner that manages to feel like a treat, despite cooking in under 20 minutes!
