Chilled Spring Pea Soup

A refreshing and vibrant soup perfect for warmer days! This creamy yet light dish highlights the natural sweetness of peas with a hint of freshness from mint and citrus.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 3 cups fresh or frozen green peas
• 2 cups vegetable broth (low sodium)
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut milk for a dairy-free option)
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• Ice cubes (optional, for extra chill)
• Optional garnish: Crème fraîche, microgreens, or croutons

Instructions

1. Sauté Aromatics

• In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
• Add the chopped shallot and garlic, sauté until soft and fragrant (about 2 minutes).

2. Cook the Peas

• Add the peas and vegetable broth, bringing to a simmer.
• Cook for 3–4 minutes (if using fresh peas, cook for 5 minutes).

3. Blend the Soup

• Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
• Transfer to a blender and add mint leaves, yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
• Blend until smooth. Add a few ice cubes if you want it extra chilled.

4. Chill and Serve

• Pour into a bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
• Serve cold, garnished with crème fraîche, microgreens, or croutons.

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Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

• Calories: ~120 kcal
• Protein: 6g
• Carbohydrates: 18g
• Fiber: 5g
• Fat: 4g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 300mg (varies by broth used)