Easy Parmesan Peas Side Dish for a Delicious Thanksgiving Feast
If you’re looking for a colorful and flavorful side dish for your Thanksgiving feast, this Easy Parmesan Peas Side Dish is the perfect choice! In just 15 minutes, you can create a delightful blend of sweet peas sautéed with garlic and shallots, finished with aged Parmesan cheese. This dish not only adds a vibrant touch to your holiday table but is also a family favorite that appeals to both kids and adults alike. It’s versatile enough to complement any main course and can be prepared ahead of time, making it ideal for busy holiday cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Vegetable Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 shallot (peeled and diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (pressed or minced)
- 2 cups sweet peas (raw or frozen)
- ¼ cup aged Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- Sea salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced shallots and minced garlic; sauté for about 5 minutes until tender and slightly browned.
- Add the sweet peas directly to the skillet (no need to thaw if frozen) and cook for another 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 152
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 154mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 6mg