Braised Lettuce with Peas and Lemon

Elevate your side dish game with this elegant yet simple recipe for Braised Lettuce with Peas and Lemon. Perfectly tender butter lettuce halves are gently braised alongside sweet, vibrant peas in a flavorful mixture of vegetable stock, aromatic shallots, and garlic. A drizzle of fresh lemon juice adds a bright, citrusy note, while a sprinkle of dill imparts fresh herbal warmth. This quick and easy dish, ready in just 30 minutes, makes a light yet satisfying addition to any meal, pairing beautifully with roasted meats or grilled seafood. Ideal for spring and summer dining, this recipe is a perfect showcase of fresh, wholesome ingredients and effortless cooking techniques.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 heads Butter lettuce
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Shallot
• 1 Garlic clove
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 0.5 cup Vegetable stock
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the butter lettuce by removing any damaged outer leaves. Cut each head in half lengthwise, rinse under cold water, and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Finely dice the shallot and mince the garlic clove. Chop the fresh dill and set it aside for garnish.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Once melted, add the diced shallot and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 5

Add the frozen peas to the skillet and stir to combine. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Nestle the halved lettuce heads cut-side down into the skillet among the peas. Sprinkle the salt and black pepper evenly over the top.

Step 7

Cover the skillet with a lid and braise the lettuce and peas for 8-10 minutes, or until the lettuce is tender and slightly wilted.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and drizzle the fresh lemon juice over the dish.

Step 9

Transfer the braised lettuce and peas to a serving platter. Garnish with the chopped fresh dill and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(680.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	579.5

Total Fat 40.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 1504.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 19.5g
Protein 17.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 277.8mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 1452.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.2%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 29.4%