Sweet Peas with Shallots and Gem Lettuce

Name: Sweet Peas with Shallots and Gem Lettuce
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: Serves 4 to 6
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 shallots, thinly sliced; 3 1/2 cups fresh or frozen peas; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 heads Little Gem lettuce, trimmed and cut crosswise into 1-inch ribbons; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Recipe photo courtesy of Anson Smart

Caramelized shallots and sauteed lettuce enhance the sweetness of fresh peas in this warm spring salad.

Source: Martha Stewart Living, April 2018

20 mins 10 mins Serves 4 to 6

Total Time Prep Yield

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 shallots, thinly sliced
3 1/2 cups fresh or frozen peas
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 heads Little Gem lettuce, trimmed and cut crosswise into 1-inch ribbons
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Directions

1.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium. Add shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and tender, about 6 minutes. Add peas and 1 tablespoon water. Cook, stirring, until peas are tender and bright green, 4 to 6 minutes. Add butter and lettuce; cook, stirring, until lettuce is just wilted, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper; serve immediately.