Sweet Pea Soup in Record Time
Experience the vibrant flavors and silky texture of "Sweet Pea Soup in Record Time," the ultimate solution for a quick yet elegant meal. This 15-minute recipe combines the earthiness of sweet peas with the freshness of mint, elevated by a splash of lemon juice and a touch of creamy decadence. With just one pot and a handful of pantry staples like frozen peas, vegetable broth, and fragrant garlic, this dish is as simple as it is satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute entertaining, this soup is not only a visual delight with its bright green hue but also a nutritional powerhouse. Serve it hot with a garnish of fresh mint or a swirl of olive oil for a professional, restaurant-quality finish. Whether as an appetizer or a light meal, this recipe is your go-to for speedy, flavorful comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups frozen sweet peas
- 2.5 cups vegetable broth
- 0.25 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3 minutes, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring frequently.
Add the sweet peas and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
Remove the pot from heat and carefully transfer the soup to a blender (or use an immersion blender directly in the pot). Blend until completely smooth.
Stir in the heavy cream, fresh mint, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
If needed, return the soup to the heat to warm through before serving.
Serve hot, garnished with additional mint leaves or a drizzle of olive oil.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1093 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.7 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 4132 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.9 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.8 g | 156% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.9 g | ||
| Protein | 44.7 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2740 mg | 58% | |
*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.
