Main dishes do not make a meal. You need the side dishes to make things complete. Here are a couple to add to your next meal.
2 cups frozen baby lima beans
2 cups frozen acre peas
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
Water
1/3 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon zest
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoo ground black pepper
1 pint assorted baby tomatoes, halved
8 ounces small fresh mozzarella cheese balls, drained and halved
3/4 cup fresh corn kernels
1/3 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
In a 3-quart saucepan, bring beans, peas, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and water to cover to a boil over medium-high heat: cook until vegetables are crips-tender, about 10 minutes.
In a medium bowl, whisk together oil, lemon zest and juice, garlic, pepper and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Drain warm beans and add oli mixture. Add tomatoes, cheese, corn, onion, parsley, and basil, tossing until combined. Serve warm or cold.
Enjoy!!!
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