Green Peas with Peanut Butter Williamsburg

Elevate your side dish game with this unique and irresistible recipe for Green Peas with Peanut Butter Williamsburg. This quick and easy dish combines the natural sweetness of green peas with a creamy, savory peanut butter sauce infused with garlic, soy sauce, honey, and a tangy splash of lemon juice. Perfectly balanced and packed with umami, this 15-minute recipe transforms humble ingredients into a memorable accompaniment for roasted meats, grilled fish, or hearty vegetarian mains. Finished with a bright garnish of fresh parsley, this versatile dish is vibrant in both flavor and presentation—a must-try for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Fresh or frozen green peas
• 2 tablespoons Peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
• 1 tablespoon Butter
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

If using frozen green peas, thaw them by letting them sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes or rinsing them under lukewarm water. Drain well and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and beginning to sizzle, add the minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 3

Add the green peas to the skillet and stir to coat them evenly with the butter and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peas are heated through and tender but still vibrant green.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and pour the peanut butter sauce over the peas. Gently toss to coat the peas evenly in the sauce, ensuring all the flavors meld together. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce is warmed through.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the peas to a serving dish. If desired, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.

Step 7

Serve warm as a side dish to complement roasted meats, grilled fish, or vegetarian mains.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(368.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	568.0

Total Fat 28.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 32.9mg	0%
Sodium 1024.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 58.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.6g	0%
Total Sugars 26.0g
Protein 25.1g	0%

Vitamin D 2.2IU	0%
Calcium 109.8mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 989.3mg	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: 43.8%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 39.3%