Pea, Spinach and Broad Beans Mash

Submitted by Laka

"This deep green hued and utterly delicious puree is an inventive and #healthy alternative to mashed potatoes."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 250 g green peas, frozen
• 100 g broad beans, frozen (fava beans)
• 200 ml water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 300 g fresh spinach
• 1⁄2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper

directions

1. 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.
2. Briefly sauté garlic in hot olive oil, add spinach, season with salt and cover. Cook for 2-3 minutes until spinach is wilted.
3. Add peas and broad beans, stir and cook until all the liquid has evaporated.
4. 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.