Lemony Green Pea Snack

Ingredients

 * 1¼ tsp salt
 * 1 lemon cut into 8 wedges
 * 4 cup fresh whole green peas in pods
 * 1½ tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
 * 1 garlic clove, minced
 * 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped

Directions

 * 1) Place ½ cup of water and the salt in a large skillet.
 * 2) Squeeze juice from each lemon wedge into the pan, adding the used lemons as well.
 * 3) Bring water to a simmer over high heat, add the peas, and cover.
 * 4) Simmer until the peas are bright green, about 1 minute.
 * 5) Remove the lid from the skillet, and continue to simmer 1 to 2 minutes until almost all the water has evaporated.
 * 6) Add the olive oil and garlic, and salt and pepper to taste; mix well to combine.
 * 7) Cook, stirring often over high heat until the peas are completely cooked through, about 1½ minutes.
 * 8) Remove the skillet from heat.
 * 9) Add mint, and toss to combine.
 * 10) Transfer peas to a serving platter, and serve warm.