Minted Pea Soup

Delightfully fresh and bursting with vibrant flavor, this Minted Pea Soup is a quick and easy recipe that combines the natural sweetness of peas with the refreshing aroma of fresh mint. Perfect as a light appetizer or a comforting main on cooler days, this creamy soup is made with simple ingredients like frozen peas, aromatic garlic, and finely chopped onion, blended into a velvety texture with the addition of heavy cream. A squeeze of lemon juice adds a zesty brightness, while a hint of butter and olive oil lends richness to every spoonful. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a fantastic option for busy weeknights or an elegant addition to any dinner party. Serve it with crusty bread or crunchy croutons for a perfectly satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups frozen peas
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0 optional crusty bread or croutons, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the frozen peas and vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the fresh mint leaves.

Step 5

Using an immersion blender (or a countertop blender in batches), puree the soup until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Return the soup to low heat and stir in the heavy cream, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Heat through but do not boil.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add extra mint or lemon juice if desired for a fresher flavor.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm with crusty bread or croutons, if preferred.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2047.6 grams (2047.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1891

Total Fat 93.60g	120%
Saturated Fat 37.80g	189%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 151mg	50%
Sodium 3749mg	163%
Total Carbohydrate 206.50g	75%
Dietary Fiber 57.10g	204%
Total Sugars 62.60g
Protein 63.40g	127%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 729mg	56%
Iron 27mg	150%
Potassium 4295mg	91%

*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: 43.8%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 43.0%