Description
A vibrant, refreshing soup capturing the essence of spring with fresh peas and mint, offering a silky smooth texture and bright flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh peas
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the fresh peas and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add the mint leaves. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve warm or chilled, garnished with additional mint leaves if desired.
Notes
For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or plant-based cream. The soup can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT30M
- Category: Starter
- Cuisine: Spring
Keywords: Spring Pea & Mint Soup, easy recipes, vegetarian, quick
