Fresh pea soup blended with mint, parsley, onion and garlic in a light vegetable broth. A simple, healthy vegetarian spring soup ready in just 35 minutes.

Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 20 minutesTotal time: 35 minutesServings: 4 servingsDifficulty: Easy

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This vibrant pea soup is made with fresh spring peas and a generous handful of mint and parsley. It is bright green, light and full of clean, sweet flavor, an easy soup that captures the freshness of the season.

Ingredients

  • 500 g (1 lb) fresh peas
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 500 ml (2 cups) vegetable stock
  • 1 small handful fresh mint leaves
  • 1 small handful fresh parsley
  • Salt, to taste
  • Ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and cook the onion and garlic for 2 to 3 minutes, until the onion is soft.
  2. Add the peas and vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, until the peas are tender.
  3. Add the mint and parsley and blend until smooth with an immersion blender or in a regular blender.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste, ladle into bowls and serve.

Tips

  • A squeeze of lemon juice adds extra brightness.
  • Frozen peas work well if fresh ones are not available.

Nutrition

Calories: 150 kcal | Protein: 6 g | Carbs: 22 g | Fat: 5 g

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