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Today’s recipe will show you how to turn frozen peas and carrots into a simple yet delicious side dish that goes well with just about anything.

A fresh and healthy vegetable side dish perfect for all occasions.

Top view of a square white serving plate with peas and carrots with cubed potatoes.

These frozen peas and carrots are embarrassingly simple but have a ton of flavor and are deliciously tender. You will love them!

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The recipe is a no-brainer, economical, versatile, and super easy to whip up.

The prep time is minimal. Apart from cutting the carrots, all you have to do is cook your shallot in olive oil or butter, stir in the veggies and seasoning, and cook everything in the same skillet until tender. Easy peasy.

I find that using hearty olive oil instead of butter and adding a potato to the mix makes the final dish more substantial and also perfect as a quick meal.

This savory side dish pairs well with just about any meal. It’s also so versatile that it can be served with to make a filling, quick meal.

Make a big batch. The leftovers keep very well and are great for adding color and nutrition to a simple pasta dish. The whole family will love these super easy peas and carrots.

List of the ingredients

  • Frozen peas
  • Carrots
  • Potato (optional)
  • Shallot (or onion)
  • Water or low-sodium vegetable broth
  • Olive oil
  • Salt & Pepper

The ingredients to make peas and carrots are arranged over a white background.

How to cook peas and carrots

(Note: the full recipe is at the bottom of the page)

  • In a large skillet, saute’ the shallot in olive oil.
  • Add carrots, potatoes, salt and pepper.
  • Cook for about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in frozen peas and cook until tender.
  • Serve warm with a drizzle of olive oil.

Close-up of a white serving dish with peas and carrots with cubed potatoes.

Recipe Notes

The recipe and the list of ingredients are straightforward. Here are just a few notes about the ingredients.

Fresh or frozen peas: Frozen peas are delicious, convenient, and have many of the same as their fresh counterpart.

Fresh or frozen carrots? Go for fresh ones. A bag of carrots in the fridge is always super handy. They keep well for several days and taste much better than frozen carrots in this recipe.

Potatoes: you can swap frozen corn or green beans for potatoes (add along with the frozen peas).

Olive oil or butter: I love cooking with olive oil; it’s healthy and adds flavor to any dish. But butter works just fine instead of olive oil.

Peas and carrots with pasta: Use leftovers for a last-minute pasta dish, perfect if you have children. Serve with a drizzle of oil and freshly grated parmesan cheese, and you’re done!

Storage Tips

These simple peas and carrots are kept well for up to 4 days in the fridge and stored in an airtight glass container.

Top view of a white bowl full of penne pasta with peas, carrots and potatoes.

More carrot recipes you’ll love…

Carrots are so versatile, healthy, and economical. They work beautifully for many dishes, from soups to salads and everything in between. Below are a few delicious ideas for using a bag of carrots!

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Peas and carrots

It's so easy turning frozen peas and carrots into a classic delicious side dish loved by everyone. And I find that adding a potato to the mix, and using olive oil instead of butter, improve the flavor and makes the final dish more versatile, yummy and perfect as a quick meal, too.

Prep Time5
Cook Time20
Total Time25
CourseSide Dish
Cuisinevegan
Keywordpeas and carrots
Servings6
Calories245 kcal
AuthorKatia

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsps olive oil
  • 1 shallot or small white onion, finely sliced
  • 1 large potato, cut into cubes (optional)
  • 16 oz (450 grams) carrots, peeled and cut into slices or cubes
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) water or low sodium vegetable broth
  • 16 oz (450 grams) frozen peas
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • Finely slice the shallot and cut the carrots and the potatoes into pieces that are all the same size.
  • Warm the olive oil in a large frying pan (I use this) and saute' the shallot for a couple of minutes.

Instructions

  • Stir in the carrots and the potato, cover with a lid, and cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes, stirring frequently. During cooking, add water or broth gradually to prevent the veggies to stick to the pan.
  • Stir in the peas, salt and pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for a further 5 minutes until the peas are tender. Add a touch of extra water to keep the veggies moist if needed.
  • Taste, adjust the seasoning according to your liking, and serve warm with a drizzle of olive oil if you like.