Description
A vibrant and comforting soup combining the sweetness of fresh peas with the coolness of mint, perfect for spring gatherings and cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh or frozen peas
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Crème fraîche for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until soft.
- Add the peas and broth, then bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the fresh mint leaves and season with salt and pepper.
- Blend with an immersion blender until smooth.
- Serve warm or chilled, topped with a swirl of crème fraîche if desired.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving, and always use fresh mint for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: French, Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg