Description
As spring arrives, indulge in the vibrant flavors of Asparagus with Peas and Jersey Royals. This delightful dish features tender asparagus, sweet green peas, and nutty Jersey Royal potatoes, all dressed in a zesty olive oil and lemon zest combination. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a light meal, this recipe brings the essence of the season to your table. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s a must-try that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 300g fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 200g green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 400g Jersey Royal potatoes, halved if large
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables and trim the asparagus.
- In a pot of salted water, boil the Jersey Royal potatoes until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).
- Add asparagus and peas to the pot for an additional 3 minutes until bright green.
- Drain the vegetables and return them to the pot. Drizzle with olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and pepper; toss gently to combine.
- Serve warm, optionally drizzling with more olive oil or squeezing fresh lemon juice over before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg