Creamy Spring Pea and Fresh Mint Soup
A silky smooth, refreshing soup combining sweet peas and fresh mint, perfect for spring and summer. This easy recipe delivers a comforting yet light bowl of vibrant green goodness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh or frozen peas (about 600 grams)
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed, rinsed
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth (about 1 liter), low-sodium recommended
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream (120 ml)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, rinse the fresh mint leaves, and shell fresh peas if using (5 minutes).
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 2 more minutes without browning.
- Add peas and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes until peas are tender.
- Remove pot from heat and blend soup using an immersion blender until completely smooth. If using a regular blender, blend in batches and vent lid to release steam (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and fresh mint leaves. Return pot to low heat for 2-3 minutes to infuse mint without cooking it too long.
- Season soup with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve warm, optionally garnished with mint leaves or a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
Add mint at the end to preserve its bright flavor. Blend in batches if using a regular blender to avoid steam buildup. Adjust thickness by adding more broth or simmering longer. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or cashew cream. Reheat gently to maintain creamy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cu
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 23
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 7
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