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Spring Pea and Mint Soup

A silky, vibrant green soup of sweet spring peas and fresh mint, ready in twenty minutes — bright, light, and tasting like the very first days of the growing season.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Blender or immersion blender

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups fresh or frozen peas
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons cream or yogurt (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Add the broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the peas and cook for just 3 to 4 minutes, until bright and tender.
  • Remove from the heat and add the mint. Blend until smooth and silky.
  • Season with salt and pepper, swirl in a little cream if using, and serve warm or chilled.