Pea and lettuce puree with tarragon
Discover a refreshing and flavorful Pea and Lettuce Puree with Tarragon recipe. This simple blend of fresh lettuce, sweet peas, and aromatic tarragon, perfectly seasoned with butter, lemon juice, and salt, offers a delightful side dish or soup. Ready in no time, it’s an easy and healthy addition to any meal.
- 30 Apr 2025
- Cook time 30 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 8 Servings
- 8 Ingredients
This Pea and Lettuce Puree with Tarragon is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines the freshness of lettuce, the sweetness of peas, and the aromatic essence of tarragon. Whether you're looking for a sophisticated side dish or a unique vegetable puree, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Lettuce: Wash the lettuce thoroughly to remove any dirt. Tear the leaves into smaller, manageable pieces.
- Onions: Peel and chop the onions finely.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and cook them until they become soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the lettuce to the pot and stir well. Let the lettuce cook until it wilts down, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.
- Add the peas to the pot with the lettuce and onions.
- Pour in the lemon juice, salt, and tarragon, then stir to combine evenly.
- Add 2 tablespoons of water to help with the steaming and blending process.
- Cover the pot and let the mixture cook for another 5-7 minutes until the peas are tender.
- Once the vegetables are cooked and tender, remove the pot from the heat.
- Use an immersion blender to purée the mixture until it reaches a smooth consistency. Alternatively, you can transfer the mixture to a countertop blender in batches to achieve the same result. If the purée is too thick, you can add a little more water, one tablespoon at a time, until you achieve the desired consistency.
- Taste the purée and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to taste.
- Serve the pea and lettuce purée warm as a side dish or as a soup course.
Tips:
- Ensure to thoroughly wash and dry the lettuce before cooking to remove any dirt or debris.
- Use fresh or high-quality frozen peas for the best flavor and color.
- Consider using a high-speed blender to achieve a silky smooth puree.
- Taste the puree before serving and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- For added richness, you can swirl in a bit of extra butter or cream before serving.
The smooth and vibrant Pea and Lettuce Puree with Tarragon is now ready to be served. Its balanced flavors and creamy texture make it a perfect accompaniment for a variety of main courses or as a delightful standalone dish. Enjoy the blend of garden-fresh ingredients and the subtle hint of tarragon.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 130 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 100kcal | 5% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 2.91g | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 9g | 2% |
| Fiber 2.78g | 7% |
| Sugar 3.29g | 3% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 6g | 7% |
| Saturated 3.26g | 11% |
| Cholesterol 16mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 320ug | 35% |
| Choline 20mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 0.15mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 0.09mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 0.78mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 0.12mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B9 50ug | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 12mg | 13% |
| Vitamin E 0.15mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K 90ug | 72% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 36mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.06mg | 7% |
| Iron, Fe 1.13mg | 10% |
| Magnesium, Mg 18mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus, P 55mg | 4% |
| Potassium, K 200mg | 6% |
| Selenium, Se 0.72ug | 1% |
| Sodium, Na 480mg | 32% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.39mg | 4% |
| Water | |
| Water 110g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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