Green Pea and Mint Soup

Green Pea and Mint Soup
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    35 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 40 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    22

Embrace the vibrant flavors of spring with this elegant and chilled Green Pea and Mint Soup. A verdant delight, it's both simple to prepare and stunning to present, offering a refreshing culinary experience.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    27 g
  • Cholesterol
    43 mg
  • Fiber
    6 g
  • Protein
    12 g
  • Saturated Fat
    9 g
  • Sodium
    707 mg
  • Sugar
    16 g
  • Fat
    15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt the butter over low heat. Add the chopped green onions and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

02

Step

Stir in the peas, vegetable stock, and chopped mint. Increase the heat to medium and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes if using frozen peas, or 30 minutes if using fresh peas, until the peas are tender.

03

Step

Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove about 3 tablespoons of peas and set aside for garnish. These will add a delightful textural contrast.

04

Step

Carefully transfer the soup to a high-speed blender or food processor. Add the milk and blend until completely smooth and velvety. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar, if desired, to enhance the sweetness.

05

Step

Allow the soup to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.

06

Step

Before serving, gently whisk the soup to ensure a consistent texture. Ladle into chilled bowls. Swirl a tablespoon of light cream or crème fraîche into each bowl. Garnish with the reserved peas and fresh mint sprigs for an elegant finish.

For an even more intense mint flavor, infuse the milk with a few extra mint sprigs while it chills.
To achieve a brighter green color, blanch the peas in boiling water for 2 minutes before adding them to the soup.
This soup can be made a day ahead of time. Its flavors will meld beautifully overnight.
Consider adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for extra brightness.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.1/ 5 ( 7 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Don Feeney

    I made a vegan version with almond milk and it was just as good!

  • Newell Windler

    A great way to use up fresh peas from the garden.

  • Lawson Sipes

    This soup is so refreshing! Perfect for a hot summer day.

  • Ethan Kuhlmangerhold

    I used frozen peas and it was still delicious and easy to make.

  • Sigrid Mccullough

    The mint adds such a unique and refreshing flavor to the classic pea soup.

  • Arjun Von

    My kids loved this soup, even my picky eater!

  • Thurman Bradtke

    I added a squeeze of lemon juice and it really made the flavors pop!

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