Pea Soup with Mint
A bright, creamy pea soup finished with fresh mint and a swirl of cream. Ready in about 20 minutes, this is a simple, satisfying bowl that tastes like spring.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 10g
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen peas
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- 1
Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the 1 diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add the 4 cups frozen peas and 3 cups vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until peas are tender, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Remove from heat and stir in the 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves. Blend with an immersion blender until smooth and bright green.
- 4
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and swirl in the 1/2 cup heavy cream, dividing evenly.
- 5
Garnish with extra mint leaves if desired. Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot
- Immersion blender
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
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