Lemon Garlic Sauteed Pea Tendrils
A refreshing and savory taste of early spring. Pea tendrils are the tender shoots of young pea plants and are edible. They have a delicate almost spinachy flavor. This is a delicious way to harvest these young plants and make a beautiful side dish.
INGREDIENTS
Nutrition- 1
- 2teaspoons garlic greens or 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1tablespoon olive oil
- 1⁄2lemon, juice of
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DIRECTIONS
- Gently clean pea tendrils by wiping them with a slightly damp paper towel.
- Cut off the woody end of the pea tendrils, about one inch of the thick end.
- Heat oil in frying pan over medium high heat.
- Add pea tendrils, garlic, lemon juice, and salt
- Cook approximately 4 minutes, until pea tendrils are just wilted and still vibrantly green.
- Remove from pan immediately to avoid overcooking.
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