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Vibrant green peas garnished with fresh herbs on a rustic wooden plate, accented by golden caramelized onions and a sprinkle of cracked black pepper, styled with a festive fall background

Hearty Thanksgiving Peas Side Dish for a Festive Feast

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A delicious and easy Thanksgiving peas side dish combining tender peas with caramelized onions and fresh herbs for a festive touch.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh or frozen peas
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: lemon zest or grated Parmesan

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add sliced onions and cook until golden and caramelized, about 10 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Stir in peas and cook until heated through, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat, sprinkle with thyme, salt, and pepper. Finish with lemon zest or Parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, skip Parmesan cheese.
  • Use fresh peas in spring or frozen peas year-round.
  • Adjust herbs to taste for different flavor profiles.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 120 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg