Description
Spring Pea Soup is a delightful representation of spring, capturing the essence of fresh, sweet peas in a creamy, vibrant bowl. This easy-to-make soup combines simple ingredients that pack a nutritious punch, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or as an appetizer for gatherings. With just under 30 minutes of preparation and cooking time, this recipe allows you to enjoy a comforting dish that’s both healthy and satisfying. The addition of herbs and optional spices lets you customize the flavor to your liking, while the bright green color brings warmth and joy to your table. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad for a wholesome meal that celebrates the season’s bounty.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh green peas (or frozen)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- ½ cup cream or coconut milk
- Fresh herbs (mint or basil) for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté onion in olive oil over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in peas and sauté for another 3 minutes to enhance sweetness.
- Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Blend soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Stir in cream or coconut milk; heat through without boiling.
- Season with salt and pepper, serve garnished with herbs.
- 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: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg