Pea Soup
Creamy, vibrant, and effortlessly comforting, this Pea Soup recipe is a true celebration of fresh, wholesome flavors. Made with sweet frozen peas, a touch of fresh mint, and a drizzle of heavy cream, this silky soup is as nourishing as it is simple to prepare. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a short 20-minute cook time, it’s perfect for quick weeknight dinners or a stunning starter for entertaining guests. The addition of lemon juice balances the richness, while crusty bread makes an optional (but highly recommended) accompaniment. Whether enjoyed as a light meal or a cozy appetizer, this easy pea soup recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 4 cups frozen peas
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 0.25 cup, loosely packed fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 4 slices (optional, for serving) crusty bread
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Add the frozen peas and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
Add the fresh mint leaves to the pot and cook for 1 more minute.
Carefully transfer the soup to a blender in batches, or use an immersion blender directly in the pot, and blend until smooth.
Return the blended soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Heat gently over low heat for 2-3 minutes, but do not let it boil.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve the soup hot with crusty bread on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2227 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.5 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.5 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 5842 mg | 254% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 286.2 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.4 g | 198% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.4 g | ||
| Protein | 76.4 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 603 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 26.4 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 4067 mg | 87% | |
*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.
