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Refreshing Spring Pea Soup with Mint

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A simple, vibrant, and effortlessly delicious spring pea soup with fresh mint that can be served warm or chilled. Perfect for a light, wholesome meal that captures the essence of spring.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh or frozen peas (about 600 grams)
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (loosely packed)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth (950 ml), low-sodium
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional garnish: Greek yogurt or toasted pumpkin seeds

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion finely, mince the garlic, and pick the mint leaves off their stems (about 1/4 cup loosely packed). Shell fresh peas if using. Prep should take about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent and soft, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  3. Add peas and pour in 4 cups vegetable broth. Stir and bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until peas are tender but still vibrant green.
  4. Remove pot from heat. Add fresh mint leaves and puree the soup using an immersion blender until silky smooth. If using a regular blender, blend carefully in batches.
  5. Stir in 1 tablespoon lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust consistency with more broth or water if needed.
  6. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with a dollop of Greek yogurt or sprinkle toasted pumpkin seeds on top. Serve warm or chilled.

Notes

Use fresh peas for best flavor but frozen peas work well and save time. Add lemon juice at the end to brighten flavors. Avoid overcooking peas to preserve sweetness and color. Pulse blend to avoid gummy texture. Serve warm or chilled. For vegan garnish, use coconut yogurt instead of Greek yogurt.

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