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Our 18 Best Green Pea Recipes Even Pea-Haters Will Love

These peas aim to please

By SAVEUR Editors


Published on January 3, 2018

Along with fava beans and ramps, sweet grean peas mark the beginnings of the bounty of spring produce. Though they go well in virtually any spring vegetarian recipe, they also add a pop of freshness to meaty mains and starchy sides. Buying whole pods? Simply snap into them to extract the seeds. Add morels, mint, and shallots to peas to make a scrumptious side that embodies the freshness of spring. For a light dinner, there's an endless number of possibilities to add peas in pasta. Pasta primavera is a classic, but you can also throw peas in with shrimp and cranberries to create an amazingly flavorful pasta dish. To go a little off the beaten path, put peas in Pad Thai for a spring twist on the Asian classic. Here are our best recipes to help you use all the peas spring can throw at you.

Morels with Mint, Peas, and Shallot
Morels with Mint, Peas, and Shallot

Morels with Mint, Peas, and Shallot

Buckwheat and Ricotta Gnocchi with Cream, Peas, and Spinach
Buckwheat and Ricotta Gnocchi with Cream, Peas, and Spinach

Buckwheat and Ricotta Gnocchi with Cream, Peas, and Spinach

Noodles with Peas (Pasta e Piselli)
Noodles with Peas (Pasta e Piselli)

Noodles with Peas (Pasta e Piselli)

Fusilli with scampi, cranberry, beans and peas, Maine picnic
Fusilli With Scampi, Cranberry, and Peas

We whipped up this tasty dish during a trip to Venice, using fresh ingredients we found at the local markets. You won’t find Venetian scampi in this country; substitute good-quality baby shrimp. Get the recipe for Fusilli With Scampi, Cranberry, and Peas »

Spring Vegetable Stew
Spring Vegetable Stew

Justin Walker

Springy Pad Thai with Green Garlic, Asparagus, and Peas
Springy Pad Thai with Green Garlic, Asparagus, and Peas

Green garlic, asparagus, and peas brighten this classic Thai street dish with springtime flavors. Out of season, you can substitute scallions for the green garlic. Get the recipe for Springy Pad Thai with Green Garlic, Asparagus, and Peas »

Dinner Party, Spring Pea Ravioli
Spring Pea Ravioli with Prosciutto & Pea Shoots

Spring Pea Ravioli with Prosciutto & Pea Shoots

Cooked and Raw Winter Salad
Cooked and Raw Winter Salad

Bacon, parmesan, and pine nuts combine with a medley of cooked and raw vegetables to make a satisfying salad from The Canal House’s Christopher Hirsheimer. Get the recipe for Cooked and Raw Winter Salad »

Aloo Masala (South Indian Potatoes)
Aloo Masala (South Indian Potatoes)

These flavorful mashed potatoes are spiced with mustard seeds, fresh curry leaves, turmeric, and ginger, and mixed with peas. Get the recipe for Aloo Masala (South Indian Potatoes) »

Fresh Peas With Lettuce and Green Garlic
Fresh Peas With Lettuce and Green Garlic

Fresh Peas With Lettuce and Green Garlic

The Poddington Pea
The Poddington Pea

Peas might seem out of place in a drink, but their vegetal sweetness is perfect for this basil-gin cocktail. Get the recipe for The Poddington Pea

Indian Spiced Potato Pastries (Aloo Samose)
Indian Spiced Potato Pastries (Aloo Samose)

With their golden, flaky shells and sweet aroma, Indian samosas are a crowd-pleasing classic. Get the recipe for Indian Spiced Potato Pastries (Aloo Samose) »

Brown Butter, Peas, and Mint Omelette
Brown Butter, Peas, and Mint Omelette

Brown Butter, Peas, and Mint Omelette

Sautéed Cod with Pea Cream
Sautéed Cod with Pea Cream

Buttery cod is accented with a creamy pea puree and crushed mustard seeds in this light, bright dish. Get the recipe for Sautéed Cod with Pea Cream »

Sweet Pea Gnocchi
Sweet Pea Gnocchi

Sweet Pea Gnocchi

Peas with Orange and Mint
Peas with Orange and Mint

Fresh orange juice and plenty of mint enliven ordinary frozen peas. Get the recipe for Peas with Orange and Mint »

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