Easy Green Pea and Mint Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 1 pound frozen or fresh green peas
• 2.5 cups vegetable broth or stock
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
• 2.5 cups milk
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pinch white sugar
• 0.5 cup light whipping cream
• 2 sprigs fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt butter over low heat. Add the 4 chopped green onions and sauté until softened, but not browned. Stir in the peas, vegetable stock, and 3 tablespoons of chopped fresh mint. Increase heat to medium and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes, or 15 minutes if using frozen peas.
2. Using a large slotted spoon, remove about 3 tablespoons of the peas and set aside for garnish. Transfer the soup to a blender or food processor, add the milk, and puree until completely smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adding a pinch of sugar if desired. Allow the soup to cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
3. Pour the chilled soup into 4 serving bowls. Swirl 1 tablespoon of light cream into each bowl, then garnish with the reserved peas and fresh mint sprigs for a vibrant finish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 291 kcal
• Fat Content: 15 g
• Fiber Content: 6 g
• Sugar Content: 16 g
• Sodium Content: 707 mg
• Protein Content: 12 g
• Cholesterol Content: 43 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 27 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 9 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g