Description
Delight in the vibrant flavors of spring with this creamy and nutritious Spring Pea Soup. Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh peas and aromatic herbs, this dish is quick to prepare and perfect for cozy meals or elegant appetizers. Enjoy its bright green color and rich taste that embodies the season’s freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh peas (shelled)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Stir in fresh peas and vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for 10 minutes until peas are tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender in batches.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Optionally, stir in fresh herbs like mint or basil for added brightness.
- Serve warm or chilled, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil or croutons.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For a vegan version, substitute cream with coconut milk or cashew cream. - Adjust the soup’s consistency by adding more broth if it's too thick. - Enhance flavor by experimenting with additional herbs like dill or parsley.