Minestra Di Piselli Green Pea Soup
Immerse yourself in the comforting flavors of *Minestra di Piselli*, a classic Italian green pea soup that's rich, vibrant, and irresistibly creamy. This wholesome recipe combines tender green peas with sautéed onion, celery, and garlic for a base that's both aromatic and flavorful. Fresh parsley and mint lend a subtle herbaceous note, while a velvety blend ensures every spoonful is pure comfort. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vibrant soup is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant starter. Serve it warm with a drizzle of optional heavy cream for extra indulgence and crusty bread for dipping. Bursting with fresh, seasonal ingredients, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of hearty yet healthy soups. Keywords: Minestra di Piselli, green pea soup, Italian soup recipe, creamy pea soup, healthy soup, quick dinner recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium celery stalk, finely chopped
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 500 grams frozen green peas
- 750 milliliters vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional for garnish)
- 1 loaf crusty bread (optional for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the frozen green peas to the pot and stir to combine with the aromatics.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for 15 minutes.
Remove the pot from heat and blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or transfer in batches to a countertop blender.
Stir in the chopped parsley and mint, then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Reheat the soup gently if needed, and serve warm.
Optionally, drizzle a small swirl of heavy cream over each bowl for garnish and serve with slices of crusty bread on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
538 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.0 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1540 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.9 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 19.7 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 835 mg | 18% | |
*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.
