This delicious Brussels sprouts recipe is a perfect mix of soft peas, golden shallots, and crunchy cashew nuts. It’s quick to make, full of flavor, and makes a great side dish for any meal or holiday table.
Jump to RecipeIngredients Needed:
- 500g/1lb 2oz Brussels sprouts, outer leaves removed and cut in half
- 500g/1lb 2oz frozen petit pois
- knob butter
- 3 banana shallots, finely sliced
- 50g/1¾oz salted cashew nuts
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
How To Make Brussels Sprouts with Peas and Cashews Recipe?
- Boil the sprouts and peas: bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Drop in the sprouts and let them cook for a minute. Then add the frozen peas. Let them simmer together for about 3 to 4 more minutes, or until they’re just soft. Drain well and set aside.
- Cook the shallots: in a large frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Toss in the sliced shallots and cook for a few minutes until they’re soft and golden.
- Combine everything and finish: add the drained sprouts and peas to the pan. Toss in the cashew nuts and stir everything together. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until hot. Season with salt and pepper, then serve straight away.

Recipe Tips:
- Cut the sprouts in half so they cook faster and soak up more flavor when mixed with the butter and shallots.
- Start with boiling water before adding sprouts—this keeps them bright green and stops them from turning soggy.
- Don’t skip draining well after boiling. Any extra water can make the dish watery and ruin the texture.
- Use a big frying pan so the veggies and cashews cook evenly without getting crowded or steaming.
- Toast the cashews lightly before adding them if you like extra crunch and a deeper nutty flavor.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: First, let the leftover Brussels sprouts with peas and cashews cool down to room temperature. Then transfer them into an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Add the leftovers to a pan over low heat. Stir often for about 3–5 minutes until fully heated through.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sodium: 190mg
- Potassium: 520mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 18g
- Dietary Fiber: 7g
- Sugars: 6g
- Protein: 6g
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Mary Berry Brussels Sprouts with Peas and Cashews Recipe
Course: Side DishCuisine: BritishDifficulty: EasyServings
4
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
8
minutesCalories
180
kcalThis delicious Brussels sprouts recipe is a perfect mix of soft peas, golden shallots, and crunchy cashew nuts. It’s quick to make, full of flavor, and makes a great side dish for any meal or holiday table.
Ingredients
500g/1lb 2oz Brussels sprouts, outer leaves removed and cut in half
500g/1lb 2oz frozen petit pois
knob butter
3 banana shallots, finely sliced
50g/1¾oz salted cashew nuts
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Directions
- Boil the sprouts and peas: bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Drop in the sprouts and let them cook for a minute. Then add the frozen peas. Let them simmer together for about 3 to 4 more minutes, or until they’re just soft. Drain well and set aside.
- Cook the shallots: in a large frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Toss in the sliced shallots and cook for a few minutes until they’re soft and golden.
- Combine everything and finish: add the drained sprouts and peas to the pan. Toss in the cashew nuts and stir everything together. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until hot. Season with salt and pepper, then serve straight away.
Notes
- Cut the sprouts in half so they cook faster and soak up more flavor when mixed with the butter and shallots.
- Start with boiling water before adding sprouts—this keeps them bright green and stops them from turning soggy.
- Don’t skip draining well after boiling. Any extra water can make the dish watery and ruin the texture.
- Use a big frying pan so the veggies and cashews cook evenly without getting crowded or steaming.
- Toast the cashews lightly before adding them if you like extra crunch and a deeper nutty flavor.