Pea Soup
Creamy, vibrant, and effortlessly comforting, this Pea Soup recipe is a true celebration of fresh, wholesome flavors. Made with sweet frozen peas, a touch of fresh mint, and a drizzle of heavy cream, this silky soup is as nourishing as it is simple to prepare. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a short 20-minute cook time, it’s perfect for quick weeknight dinners or a stunning starter for entertaining guests. The addition of lemon juice balances the richness, while crusty bread makes an optional (but highly recommended) accompaniment. Whether enjoyed as a light meal or a cozy appetizer, this easy pea soup recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite in your kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 4 cups frozen peas
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 0.25 cup, loosely packed fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 4 slices (optional, for serving) crusty bread
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Step 4
Add the frozen peas and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 5
Add the fresh mint leaves to the pot and cook for 1 more minute.
Step 6
Carefully transfer the soup to a blender in batches, or use an immersion blender directly in the pot, and blend until smooth.
Step 7
Return the blended soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Heat gently over low heat for 2-3 minutes, but do not let it boil.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 9
Serve the soup hot with crusty bread on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2155.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2227.3 |
| Total Fat 87.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 32.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g | |
| Cholesterol 120mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5841.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 286.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 55.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 62.4g | |
| Protein 76.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 602.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 26.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4067.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories