Chlorophyll-Infused Pea Puree with Lemon Zest
A vibrant, nutrient-rich puree highlighting the natural green hue of fresh peas, brightened with citrus. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs fresh peas, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh peas
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tbsp fresh mint
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Instructions
- Step 1: Blanch 2 cups fresh peas in a pot of boiling salted water for 2 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water to preserve color.
- Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat, add 2 minced garlic cloves, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Transfer the peas and garlic oil to a blender, add the zest of 1 lemon and 1/2 tsp sea salt, then blend until completely smooth, scraping down the sides once.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint until just incorporated, tasting for balance before serving.
