Lemon Butter Peas With Shredded Carrots
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Description: This delightful recipe for Lemon Butter Peas With Shredded Carrots is a perfect addition to your vegetable repertoire. With its vibrant colors and refreshing flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a quick and easy dish to whip up any day of the week!
Recipe Category: Vegetable 🌿
Keywords: Quick, Easy, Vegetable, Lemon, Butter, Carrots, Peas, Healthy
Servings: 4
| Metric | Imperial |
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| Prep Time | 5 minutes |
| Cook Time | 10 minutes |
| Total Time | 15 minutes |
Ingredients:
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup peas, thawed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 163.2
- Fat Content: 9.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 15.3mg
- Sodium Content: 163.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 16.8g
- Fiber Content: 4.8g
- Sugar Content: 7.1g
- Protein Content: 4.1g
Instructions:
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Prep: Begin by thawing the peas and setting them aside for later use.
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Stir Fry Carrots: In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shredded carrots and stir-fry for about 5 minutes or until they are tender yet still crisp. Be careful not to let them brown.
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Add Peas: Once the carrots are done, add the thawed peas to the skillet. Stir them in with the carrots and cook until heated through.
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Create Lemon Butter Sauce: Remove the skillet from the heat and add the lemon juice, butter, and salt to the vegetables.
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Coat with Sauce: Stir the vegetables gently until they are all evenly coated with the lemon butter sauce.
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Serve: Transfer the Lemon Butter Peas With Shredded Carrots to a serving dish and enjoy immediately as a delicious side dish or a light vegetarian main course.
This recipe is not only bursting with flavor but also provides a healthy dose of essential nutrients. The sweetness of the carrots complements the freshness of the peas, while the tangy lemon butter sauce ties everything together beautifully. Plus, with just 15 minutes from start to finish, it’s a fantastic option for busy weeknights when you want something tasty and nutritious on the table in a flash. Give this recipe a try and watch it become a new family favorite!
