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Silky Spring Pea and Mint Soup

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Make this light and bright soup using fresh spring peas for a vibrant green color. It is a healing and restorative meal perfect for a warming evening.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh or frozen sweet peas
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, packed
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional, for extra silkiness)
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let the garlic brown.
  3. Add the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Add the fresh or frozen peas to the pot. Cook until the peas are tender, about 5 to 7 minutes if using fresh, or 3 minutes if using frozen.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the fresh mint leaves.
  6. Carefully transfer the soup mixture to a high-speed blender. Blend until completely smooth and silky. Work in batches if necessary.
  7. Return the pureed soup to the pot over low heat. Stir in the heavy cream, if using. Heat through gently; do not boil.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
  9. Serve immediately for a vibrant green soup experience.

Notes

  • For the silkiest texture, press the soup through a fine-mesh sieve after blending.
  • If you prefer a lower-calorie option, substitute the heavy cream with 1/4 cup of plain Greek yogurt stirred in off the heat.
  • This recipe works well as an easy vegetarian soup base; add cooked shredded chicken for a non-vegetarian meal.

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