Place the peas and broad beans in a microwave-safe together with water, cover and cook in a microwave on MAX for 15 minutes or until tender. Remove and strain.
Briefly sauté garlic in hot olive oil, add spinach, season with salt and cover. Cook for 2-3 minutes until spinach is wilted.
Add peas and broad beans, stir and cook until all the liquid has evaporated.
Mash the vegetable with a hand blender to desired consistency. Season with black pepper. Serve as a side dish to meat instead of mashed potatoes.