Easy Sweet Pea Soup

Bright, refreshing, and incredibly simple to make, this Easy Sweet Pea Soup is a creamy and vibrant dish that’s perfect for any season. Featuring tender frozen peas blended with aromatic sautéed onion, garlic, and a hint of lemon juice for a subtle tang, this soup achieves its luscious texture with a touch of heavy cream. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a quick weeknight meal or an elegant starter for a dinner party. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a burst of herbal freshness, and serve with crusty bread to complete this satisfying, wholesome dish. Whether you're looking for a light springtime appetizer or a cozy comfort food, this vegetarian, one-pot recipe is a surefire winner!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 4 cups frozen peas
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
• 1 loaf crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the frozen peas and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 5

Simmer for 10 minutes until the peas are tender.

Step 6

Using an immersion blender or a regular blender (working in batches), blend the soup until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Return the soup to the pot if using a blender. Stir in the salt, black pepper, heavy cream, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Heat gently over low heat for 2-3 minutes, but do not let the soup boil.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with fresh mint leaves if desired, alongside crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2321 grams (2321.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2623

Total Fat 87.90g	113%
Saturated Fat 42.40g	212%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.60g
Cholesterol 186mg	62%
Sodium 6941mg	302%
Total Carbohydrate 366.90g	133%
Dietary Fiber 56.30g	201%
Total Sugars 62.50g
Protein 91.40g	183%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 564mg	43%
Iron 28mg	156%
Potassium 3995mg	85%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.1%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 55.9%