Green Pea and Potato Soup
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Green Pea and Potato Soup, a velvety blend of hearty potatoes and vibrant green peas, perfect for any season. This easy-to-make soup combines the earthy sweetness of peas with savory aromatics like garlic and onions, all simmered in a rich vegetable broth. Whether you use fresh or frozen peas, the result is a beautifully smooth and nutrient-packed dish that can be customized to your liking—puree it fully for a silky texture, or leave it slightly chunky for more bite. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and an optional swirl of cream, this wholesome vegetarian soup is as satisfying as it is simple. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy starter for dinner parties. Don’t forget to pair it with crusty bread for the ultimate comforting meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh green peas (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the diced potatoes to the pot and stir to coat them in the olive oil and aromatics.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Stir in the green peas, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Remove the pot from the heat and use an immersion blender to carefully puree the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only part of the soup.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt or black pepper, if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Drizzle with heavy cream if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy your hearty Green Pea and Potato Soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.1 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 4657 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 191.0 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.7 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.8 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 366 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 4475 mg | 95% | |
*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.
