Description
Green Pea Mint Summer Soup is the quintessential dish for hot summer days, merging the sweetness of fresh green peas with the invigorating aroma of mint. This chilled soup is not only refreshing but also easy to prepare, making it a perfect starter for dinner parties or a quick, nutritious lunch. With its vibrant green color and delightful flavor, each spoonful transports you to a sunny garden gathering.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh green peas (or frozen)
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: ? cup cream or yogurt
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Saut? the chopped onion and minced garlic until golden and fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- Add the green peas and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil. Simmer for about 10 minutes until peas are tender.
- Transfer the mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to blend until smooth.
- Add the fresh mint leaves while blending briefly to combine.
- Adjust the consistency by adding more broth if necessary; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator or serve warm, garnished with cream or yogurt if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg