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pea and mint soup in a bowl.
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Pea and Mint Soup

Light, creamy, and bursting with fresh flavours, this Pea & Mint Soup is perfect for weeknight dinners or as a starter for special occasions.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: British
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4
Author: James Wythe

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 small shallots thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • 680 g frozen peas thawed
  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 875 ml vegetable stock
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh lemon juice optional
  • Parmesan optional
Metric - US Customary

Instructions

  • Firstly, slice the shallots and garlic.
  • Heat olive oil in a saucepot over medium-high heat. Add shallots and garlic and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring.
  • Once the shallots are tender and the garlic is fragrant, add peas, mint, and half the vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until the peas are soft.
  • Transfer to a food blender, and blend until smooth. You can also puree the soup with an immersion blender.
  • Transfer the peas back into the saucepot and add the remaining stock. Season the soup with salt and pepper. Reheat the soup and serve.

Notes

Step-by-Step Photos: My blog post includes helpful step-by-step photos to help guide you through making this recipe.
Substitutions & Variations: I have included a list of these in the post above.
To Store: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days. Reheat in a pot/pan over a low heat until piping hot or in the microwave. 
To Freeze: Freeze in an airtight container for up to three months. Defrost in the refrigerator and then reheat in the microwave or on the stove.
Tip 1: If you aren't vegan and want to add more protein to your soup, beef would be great. You could also make it a little more hearty with some rice.
Tip 2: This is a great recipe to double. Just use twice the ingredients in a large saucepan. Once the portion you want to save for later has cooled, follow the freezer directions above.
Tip 3: This soup can be served as the main meal or as a side. You could serve it up with some bread or a simple spinach salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 12g