Spiced Pea Soup
Warm up with a bowl of velvety Spiced Pea Soup, a quick and wholesome recipe that’s brimming with flavor. This delightful soup combines the natural sweetness of tender peas with aromatic ground cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika for a dish that’s both hearty and vibrant. Coconut milk adds creamy richness, while a splash of lemon juice brightens every spoonful, making it a perfect balance of comforting and refreshing. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy plant-based soup is ideal for busy weeknights or when you’re craving something nourishing. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a burst of color and a hint of freshness. Perfect for vegetarians and vegans alike, this gluten-free soup is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4 cups frozen peas
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) fresh cilantro
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to release the aromas of the spices.
Add the frozen peas and vegetable stock to the pot. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Remove the pot from heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until creamy.
Stir in the coconut milk, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Return the pot to low heat and warm the soup gently, ensuring it does not boil.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1293 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.4 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2323 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 188.6 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.0 g | 171% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.0 g | ||
| Protein | 54.2 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 392 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 3804 mg | 81% | |
*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.
