--- title: "Throw Some Peas in Your Cart: Here Are 28 Reasons Why ..." description: "Creamy Potatoes and Peas; Bacon Pea Salad with Cheddar Cheese; Beef Stew; Chicken Mushrooms with Pasta; Israeli Couscous with Chicken and Peas; More ..." url: "https://food.allwomenstalk.com/throw-some-peas-in-your-cart-here-are-reasons-why/" category: "food" last_updated: "2026-05-22" --- # Throw Some Peas in Your Cart: Here Are 28 Reasons Why ... Peas are a humble veggie that don't get much love. They are so inexpensive and you can buy them frozen all year round. So why aren't you? Sure, alone they aren't anything to write home about, but peas are a fabulous ingredient that you can use to make some of the most delicious meals you'll ever taste. Still skeptical? I think the recipes on this list will change your mind. ## 1. Creamy Potatoes and Peas ![Creamy Potatoes and Peas](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ev/bl/azlsiqh55508c2f064acf365120712_372x650.jpg) Source: [Creamy Potatoes & Peas](https://www.favfamilyrecipes.com/creamy-potatoes-peas/) This double duty side dish gives you a veggie and a starch in one. And it tastes good! ## 2. Bacon Pea Salad with Cheddar Cheese ![Bacon Pea Salad with Cheddar Cheese](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kc/ls/lmkh3wse5508c2f0bc11d000890639_450x675.jpg) Source: [Easy Bacon Pea Salad](https://www.foodiewithfamily.com/easy-bacon-pea-salad/) It might not be the healthiest side dish, but it's definitely one of the tastiest. ## 3. Beef Stew ![Beef Stew](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ff/e8/bvylcbz45508c2f275aef900652240_600x1192.jpg) Source: [Gonna Want Seconds - Easy](https://www.gonnawantseconds.com/crockpot-beef-stew/) Make beef stew even more filling by tossing in a couple of handfuls of peas. ## 4. Chicken Mushrooms with Pasta ![Chicken Mushrooms with Pasta](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qx/dl/s94inzyv5508c2f28a094370451623_600x1148.jpg) Source: [Life-Changing One-Pot Pasta](https://mixingbowlkids.typepad.com/family_bites/2013/06/life-changing-one-pot-pasta-.html) This is yummy! The combination of peas, mushrooms and pasta is one that can't be beat! ## 5. Israeli Couscous with Chicken and Peas ![Israeli Couscous with Chicken and Peas](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/wk/et/c3xvg5ax5508c2f1ae3e0038087830_560x773.jpg) Source: [Israeli Couscous with Chicken and](https://goo.gl/j8AFrj) This is easy to make and is a one pot meal that is hearty and delicious. ## 6. Tuna Noodle Casserole ![Tuna Noodle Casserole](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/uj/my/fxsbtcxd5508c2f1af9c5814426219_405x512.jpg) Source: [Food Wishes Video Recipes: A](https://foodwishes.blogspot.com/2010/01/tuna-noodle-casserole-that-will-make.html) The peas in this casserole give it lots nutrition and some great color too. ## 7. Creamy Tortellini Alfredo ![Creamy Tortellini Alfredo](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kj/nr/nf5s080q5508c2f31dac1457167888_434x460.jpg) Source: [Simple And Creamy Tortellini Alfredo](https://www.food.com/recipe/simple-creamy-tortellini-alfredo-279552) I bet you want to grab a fork and dig right into this, don't you? ## 8. Spiced Samosa Patties ![Spiced Samosa Patties](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/c5/f0/whki7b4e5508c2f33e02c917268723_600x900.jpg) Source: [Spiced Samosa Patties. - The](https://theprettybee.com/spiced-samosa-patties) Curry gives the peas and potatoes in this recipe some pizazz. Yum! ## 9. Macaroni and Peas ![Macaroni and Peas](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tw/it/m7fq68vz5508c2f36f3ce862941090_338x504.jpg) Source: [dailygarnish.com](https://goo.gl/VClHWF) Need something that both kids and adults will like? I think this will do it for you. ## 10. Roasted Peas with Olive Oil and Salt _ Source: roasted | Search Results_ This addicting little snack has loads of crunch and vitamins and mineral too. ## 11. Fancy Peas ![Fancy Peas](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/pw/hr/jsf0f4cn5508c2f5094c5305027728_600x900.jpg) Source: [Fancy Peas | Chef in](https://www.chef-in-training.com/fancy-peas/) This dish will make everyone at the table smile with bliss. ## 12. Macaroni Salad with Ham, Peas and Dill ![Macaroni Salad with Ham, Peas and Dill](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ay/pk/x8uh2sr55508c2f487886046516280_370x660.jpg) Source: [Happier Than A Pig In](http://happierthanapiginmud.blogspot.com/2014/05/macaroni-salad-with-ham-peas-and-dill.html) This is a great alternative to potato salad at your next potluck. ## 13. Creamy Pea Salad ![Creamy Pea Salad](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qo/ny/n21bgebd5508c2f4cc1f3204411328_390x699.jpg) Source: [Creamy Pea Salad | Love](https://www.lovebakesgoodcakes.com/creamy-pea-salad/) This is another side dish that isn't exactly healthy, but tastes wonderful with barbecue. ## 14. Split Pea Soup ![Split Pea Soup](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kk/z6/q0im7a4c5508c2f54c82e933737975_300x300.jpg) Source: [Hearty Split Pea Soup](https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/hearty-split-pea-soup/) This hearty soup will warm your belly and your soul. ## 15. Sauteed Asparagus and Peas with Butter and Honey ![Sauteed Asparagus and Peas with Butter and Honey](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/fk/do/ilbr3f6j5508c2f5a8caf963235885_450x559.jpg) Source: [Sautéed Asparagus and Peas](https://www.onceuponachef.com/recipes/sauteed-asparagus-and-peas.html) Here's a side dish worthy of a gourmet homemade meal. ## 16. Homemade Wasabi Peas ![Homemade Wasabi Peas](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/yj/m2/hjzp738u5508c2f5e7331998109651_600x425.jpg) Source: [Maeve With Love: Wasabi Peas](https://oracle.newpaltz.edu/maeve-with-love-wasabi-peas/) You'll never have to buy the store bought version ever again. Awesome! ## 17. Potatoes, Ham and Peas ![Potatoes, Ham and Peas](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/a8/u2/gxb8t2l45508c2f738d88666315422_600x1880.jpg) Source: [Cheesy Ham and Potato Casserole](https://goo.gl/ADGFJA) This one dish meal makes clean up a breeze. What more could you ask for? ## 18. Homemade Veggie Soup ![Homemade Veggie Soup](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/g7/q1/zsb1hzqx5508c2f604a14747070676_424x638.jpg) Source: [Homemade Pea Soup Recipe](http://www.amazingsouprecipes.com/soup-recipes/split-pea-soups/pea-soup-recipe/homemade-pea-soup-recipe-2/#.UiRe9DasiVY) Veggie soup is even better when you make it with peas tossed in. ## 19. Peas with Prosciutto ![Peas with Prosciutto](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/vn/z5/ot8j4p7u5508c2f69fb3a062103836_560x840.jpg) Source: [Peas with Prosciutto - A](https://www.afamilyfeast.com/peas-prosciutto/) This is one of my favorite ways to eat peas! The prosciutto gives them just the right touch of saltiness. ## 20. Spring Quinoa Salad ![Spring Quinoa Salad](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ga/sd/afu26h095508c2f81cd3e209673008_600x854.jpg) Source: [Spring Quinoa Salad with Honey](https://pinchofyum.com/spring-quinoa-salad-honey-lemon-vinaigrette) The dressing is what makes this such an outstanding salad. ## 21. Classic 7-Layer Salad ![Classic 7-Layer Salad](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/my/xs/qp012qrj5508c2f79d7a5049108241_500x375.jpg) Source: [Susannah's Kitchen: Recipe | Classic](https://www.hugedomains.com/domain_profile.cfm?d=susannahskitchen.com) Take a trip back to your childhood by making this old classic picnic salad. ## 22. Parmesan Peas ![Parmesan Peas](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/nt/in/hs63v6zh5508c2f7cee3c807943829_290x290.jpg) Source: [Parmesan Peas](https://goo.gl/gpGZ8K) Parmesan and peas are a match made in culinary heaven. ## 23. Portuguese Braised Peas with Eggs ![Portuguese Braised Peas with Eggs](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/gc/rv/ls6hotlg5508c2f826857248881616_427x640.jpg) Source: [Recipe Rewind #5: Ervilhas Guisadas](https://www.crumbblog.com/recipe-rewind-5-ervilhas-guisadas-portuguese-braised-peas-with-eggs-and-chourico/) Never thought to have peas for breakfast? Today is the day to give it a try! ## 24. Yellow Rice with Peas ![Yellow Rice with Peas](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/cm/u0/okrn3c8o5508c2f87d625002958765_600x751.jpg) Source: [Yellow Rice with Peas {Using](https://thissillygirlskitchen.com/yellow-rice-peas-using-star-olive-oil/) This pairs deliciously with grilled chicken or white fish. ## 25. Italian Peas ![Italian Peas](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/nw/pd/o2tsw1ir5508c2f85e725564187744_250x250.jpg) Source: [Italian Peas](https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/90209/italian-peas/?lnkid=pin2769&crlt.pid=camp.qZbi2g9PR9ay) Once you have peas this way, you'll never want them any other way. ## 26. Fresh and Minty Soup ![Fresh and Minty Soup](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tc/mi/e69rvqaf5508c2f9c6825972589088_600x906.jpg) Source: [Green Pea and Mint Soup](https://www.oprah.com/food/green-pea-and-mint-soup-recipe) This is a refreshing dose of flavor that you'll love more with every bite. ## 27. Baked Chicken Tenderloins with Orzo and Peas ![Baked Chicken Tenderloins with Orzo and Peas](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/w9/ct/z7typq8q5508c2f97c7e8708944821_600x779.jpg) Source: [Hot Eats and Cool Reads](https://www.hoteatsandcoolreads.com/2014/07/baked-chicken-tenderloins-with-orzo-and.html) This meal comes together quickly, but will taste like you slaved for hours. ## 28. Toast with Lemony Pea Mash ![Toast with Lemony Pea Mash](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/nu/rd/t700jo0s5508c2f994ac2072137930_600x705.jpg) Source: [Toast with Lemony Pea Mash](https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/toast-with-lemony-pea-mash) Toast isn't just for butter anymore. Try this and you'll see just what I mean. Do you have a new outlook on peas? I hope this list has gotten you excited to try new things in the kitchen. 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