New Potatoes & Peas

From EatingWell: May/June 1991 — Subscribe Now!

This simple side is a triple treat of spring delights: new potatoes, spring onions and fresh green peas. The flavors are so delicate that all that's needed to finish the dish is just a touch of butter, a few grinds of black pepper and some chopped fresh mint.

6 servings

Active Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition Profile

Ingredients

1 pound new potatoes, scrubbed
12 spring onions or scallions, bulbs whole, tops chopped (optional)
2 cups shelled fresh peas, (about 3 pounds unshelled) or frozen peas
2 teaspoons butter
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, or more to taste

Preparation

Place potatoes and onions (or scallions, if using) in a small saucepan, barely cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook over medium heat until just tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Add peas, cover and cook until tender, about 1 minute. Drain, add butter, pepper and mint. Heat for 1 minute, tossing gently.

Nutrition

Per serving: 98 calories; 1 g fat (1 g sat, 0 g mono); 3 mg cholesterol; 17 g carbohydrates; 4 g protein; 3 g fiber; 57 mg sodium; 470 mg potassium.

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (45% daily value), Vitamin A (20% dv)

1 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 1 starch