Lemony Green Pea Snack

== Ingredients ==
* 1¼ tsp salt
* 1 lemon cut into 8 wedges
* 4 cup fresh whole green peas in pods
* 1½ tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
* 1 garlic clove, minced
* 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped
== Directions ==
# Place ½ cup of water and the salt in a large skillet.
# Squeeze juice from each lemon wedge into the pan, adding the used lemons as well.
# Bring water to a simmer over high heat, add the peas, and cover.
# Simmer until the peas are bright green, about 1 minute.
# Remove the lid from the skillet, and continue to simmer 1 to 2 minutes until almost all the water has evaporated.
# Add the olive oil and garlic, and salt and pepper to taste; mix well to combine.
# Cook, stirring often over high heat until the peas are completely cooked through, about 1½ minutes.
# Remove the skillet from heat.
# Add mint, and toss to combine.
# Transfer peas to a serving platter, and serve warm.
Category:Pea Recipes
Category:Lemon Recipes
Category:Mint Recipes
Category:Spanish Snacks