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FRESH PEA STEW WITH DILL AND SWEET PEPPER – A CELEBRATION OF MARKET-FRESH INGREDIENTS

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FRESH PEA STEW WITH DILL AND SWEET PEPPER – A CELEBRATION OF MARKET-FRESH INGREDIENTS

FRESH PEA STEW WITH DILL AND SWEET PEPPER – A CELEBRATION OF MARKET-FRESH INGREDIENTS

This week is dedicated to fresh market ingredients! Today’s star is fresh peas, followed by strawberries and tarragon in the coming days. Get ready for a delicious and vibrant week.

🕒 Prep Time: 5 min

🍳 Cook Time: 25 min
🍰 Yields: 2 servings

🥄 Ingredients

  • 300 g fresh peas
  • 1 onion, coarsely grated
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, coarsely grated
  • 4–6 sprigs fresh dill, chopped
  • 3 tbsp quality olive oil
  • 2 pinches black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp sweet paprika
  • Salt, to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 🥄 Sauté grated onion and bell pepper in 2 tbsp hot olive oil for 2 minutes.
  2. 🌿 Add peas, seasonings (black pepper, sweet paprika, salt), and chopped dill. Stir well.
  3. 💧 Cover with 1 cup water and simmer over medium heat for 20–25 minutes until the liquid reduces to a thick sauce consistency.
  4. 🫒 Stir in remaining olive oil and adjust salt to taste. Serve warm.

💡 Tips

  • Use the freshest peas available for natural sweetness.
  • Adjust cooking time to achieve desired sauce thickness.
  • Pair with crusty bread for a complete meal.

🎉 Perfect For

  • Light vegetarian lunches or dinners
  • Showcasing seasonal market produce
  • Healthy and simple home cooking

📝 Final Thoughts

This fresh pea stew captures the essence of market-fresh flavors with its balance of sweet vegetables and fragrant dill. A simple, nutritious dish perfect for spring and early summer.