Green Pea Mint Soup (Printable)
A vibrant, refreshing soup with sweet green peas and fragrant mint. Ideal for a light meal, ready in 30 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 garlic clove, minced
04 - 3½ cups frozen or fresh green peas
05 - 3 cups vegetable stock
→ Herbs & Seasonings
06 - 1 small bunch fresh mint leaves (about 0.5 ounces), plus extra for garnish
07 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Dairy (optional)
08 - ¼ cup double cream or crème fraîche, plus extra for serving (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Melt two tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened but not browned.
02 - Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously to release its aroma.
03 - Stir in the green peas and vegetable stock. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the peas are tender.
04 - Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the fresh mint leaves.
05 - Carefully blend the soup using a stick blender directly in the saucepan, or in batches in a countertop blender, until completely smooth.
06 - Return the blended soup to the pan. If using, stir in the cream or crème fraîche. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Gently reheat the soup if necessary, ensuring it does not boil.
07 - Ladle the hot soup into individual bowls. Garnish with additional fresh mint leaves and a swirl of cream, if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- It’s a vibrant hug in a bowl, perfect for brightening any day, even a gloomy one.
- You’ll be amazed how such simple ingredients create such a sophisticated and refreshing flavor.
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- Overcooking peas turns them dull in color and flavor, so watch the simmering time carefully to keep that vibrant hue.
- Adding mint off the heat preserves its fresh, bright flavor instead of making it taste cooked or muted.
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- For a vegan option, simply swap the butter for olive oil and use plant-based cream or omit it entirely; the soup is still wonderfully flavorful.
- If your soup feels too thick after blending, loosen it with a splash more warm stock until it reaches your desired, pourable consistency.