Spinach and Pea Soup

Brighten your table with the silky, nutrient-packed goodness of Spinach and Pea Soup, a vibrant and comforting recipe that’s as flavorful as it is wholesome. Featuring fresh spinach and sweet frozen peas blended into a velvety base of vegetable stock, this soup is elevated with fragrant sautéed onions, garlic, and a hint of zesty lemon juice. A dash of heavy cream adds a luxurious richness, while optional parsley garnish lends a fresh, aromatic finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick, satisfying lunch or a light dinner. Packed with vitamins and bursting with garden-fresh flavors, Spinach and Pea Soup is a gluten-free, vegetarian delight that’s guaranteed to become a favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 6 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 2 cups frozen peas
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced yellow onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable stock and bring it to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Add the fresh spinach and frozen peas to the pot and stir well. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5-7 minutes until the spinach has wilted and the peas are tender.

Step 6

Using an immersion blender or a countertop blender, carefully puree the soup until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Return the soup to the pot (if needed) and stir in the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and heavy cream. Adjust the seasoning to taste if necessary.

Step 8

Heat the soup over low heat for another 2-3 minutes, but do not let it boil.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1607.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1159.6

Total Fat 58.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 60mg	0%
Sodium 4737.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.0g	0%
Total Sugars 37.6g
Protein 39.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 382.5mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 3370.9mg	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: 44.4%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 42.1%