Soupe a L Oseille Et Aux Petits Pois Sorrel and Pea Soup
Transport your taste buds to the French countryside with this elegant Soupe à l’Oseille et aux Petits Pois, a velvety sorrel and pea soup that’s as nourishing as it is flavor-packed. This recipe beautifully balances the earthy tang of fresh sorrel leaves with the natural sweetness of peas, all harmonized in a creamy vegetable stock base. A hint of rich heavy cream lends the soup its luxurious texture, while sautéed onions enhance its depth and aroma. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vibrant green soup is perfect as a light starter or a wholesome main when paired with crusty bread. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of brightness, and savor a bowl of refined comfort that’s both sophisticated and simple. Perfect for spring or early summer, this dish is an ideal choice for showcasing seasonal ingredients.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cups fresh sorrel leaves, stems removed and roughly chopped
- 1.5 cups frozen peas
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in the sorrel leaves and cook until they wilt down, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
Add the peas and vegetable stock to the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
Step 5
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the soup cool slightly.
Step 6
Using an immersion blender or working in batches with a countertop blender, blend the soup until smooth.
Step 7
Return the soup to the saucepan and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 8
Heat the soup gently over low heat until warmed through, being careful not to let it boil.
Step 9
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Step 10
Serve warm with crusty bread on the side for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1664.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1257.8 |
| Total Fat 74.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 40.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g | |
| Cholesterol 182mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4666.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 113.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 31.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 34.7g | |
| Protein 35.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 320.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3224.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories