Spinach and Green Pea Soup

Creamy, vibrant, and brimming with wholesome flavors, this Spinach and Green Pea Soup is the ultimate comfort food with a healthy twist. Featuring baby spinach and sweet green peas as its star ingredients, this recipe blends these nutrient-packed greens into a silky, nutrient-rich soup that's both satisfying and elegant. A touch of heavy cream adds a luxurious texture, while hints of garlic, nutmeg, and fresh lemon juice create a complex and refreshing depth of flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make soup is perfect for a light dinner or as a stunning starter at your next gathering. Garnish with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a beautiful finishing touch. This recipe is simple, flavorful, and loaded with greens—ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 6 cups baby spinach
• 2 cups green peas
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 cups (optional, for garnish) plain yogurt or sour cream
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional, for garnish) fresh parsley

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 softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the baby spinach to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until wilted.

Step 5

Add the green peas and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool slightly. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender and puree until smooth.

Step 7

Return the pureed soup to the pot and place it over low heat. Stir in the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg.

Step 8

Allow the soup to warm through for 2-3 minutes, then stir in the lemon juice for a bright, fresh finish.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a dollop of plain yogurt or sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1763.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1391.0

Total Fat 79.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 127.8mg	0%
Sodium 4821.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.0g	0%
Total Sugars 37.5g
Protein 40.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 501.2mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 2777.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.1%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 36.0%