Best & Easy Spring Pea Soup Recipe
Here’s a DELICIOUS FLAVORFUL Spring Pea Soup Recipe to help it become your green soup of choice during the spring months. This bright green soup is light but filling, and it emphasizes the sweet taste of young peas in spring. Nutritious and made with just a few ingredients, this soup is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It’s a delicious way to add the flavor of spring to your kitchen!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Bright, fresh flavors: The sweetness of spring peas and the fresh herbs give the soup a lively, refreshing taste.
Quick and easy: It’s on the table in under 30 minutes, so it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Nutritious and nutritious: Full of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants.
Customizable: You can add a dollop of cream or a handful of spinach for additional richness.
Ingredients You’ll Need
4 cups fresh spring peas (or frozen peas if not available fresh)
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium potato, peeled and cubed (adds creaminess)
4 cups vegetable stock (or chicken stock if not vegetarian)
1 cup spinach (optional, for greens)
Salt and pepper to taste
Herbs for garnish (mint, parsley, or dill)
The juice of half a lemon (optional, but good for brightness)
Heavy cream or Greek yogurt (optional, for extra richness)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Sauté the Onion and Garlic
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. These strands of onion will do the heavy lifting, though, so chop up the onion and add it to the pan. Next, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
Mix in the Potato and Vegetable Broth
Add diced potato to the pot and cook for 3-4 more minutes, stirring occasionally. Doing so will help bring out the flavor of the potato. Next, add the vegetable broth (or chicken broth). Stir well and bring to a simmer. Allow it to simmer for 10-12 minutes until potatoes are soft and tender.
Add the Peas
When the potatoes are tender, add the spring peas to the pot. Mix everything together and continue cooking for 5 minutes or so, until the peas have softened.
Blend the Soup
After the peas are cooked, use an immersion blender to blend the soup directly in the pot to a smooth, creamy purée. If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can transfer the soup carefully in batches to a regular blender, and blend until smooth. (If you’re using a regular blender, make sure you let it cool slightly before blending.)
Add Spinach (Optional)
If you’d like to sneak in even more greens, stir the spinach in now. Allow the soup to simmer for a couple more minutes until the spinach wilts and incorporates into the soup.
Season to Taste
Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper as needed. For a little more flavor, squeeze in lemon juice or add more herbs. Stir in a spoonful of cream or Greek yogurt, if you want the soup creamier.
Serve and Garnish
Spoon the soup into bowls and top with fresh herbs such as mint, parsley, or dill. For more richness, you can swirl in additional cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt.
The Best Spring Pea Soup:Tips
Fresh peas are key: If you can, use fresh spring peas. They add a natural sweetness that makes the soup taste better! But if fresh peas aren’t available frozen ones are a fine substitute.
Use a good-quality broth: The broth is the soup base, so if you’re not making your own, a quality vegetable broth (or homemade) will make a difference in flavor.
Switch it up with other veggies: If you are up for it, toss in other spring vegetables like leeks, asparagus, or zucchini for variety and texture.
Make it creamy: To give the soup an ultra-creamy texture, toss in a handful of cashews or a splash of coconut milk as you blend.
Serve it with a crusty bread or grilled cheese.
Nutrition of Spring Pea Soup
Packed with vitamins: Spring peas are bursting with vitamins C and A, plus fiber, which aid in cardiovascular and digestive health.
Antioxidant-Rich: Peas are rich in antioxidants that shield your cells from damage and combat inflammation.
Low calorie: A light soup dish, this soup is also low in calories which decreases the chances of being overweight.
Rich in nutrition: Containing an impressive amount of iron, calcium, and folate (make this optional by using spinach).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I prepare this soup in advance?
A: Yes! This soup actually gets even better the next day once the flavors have time to develop. Keep it in the fridge for 3-4 days, or freeze it for 3 months.
Q: Can I add any protein to this soup?
A: Absolutely! If you want to make the soup more hearty, you can include some cooked chickpeas, lentils, or tofu. If making a non-veg version, you can also add boiled .
Q: I want to add some heat to this soup.
A: For a bit of bite, add a pinch of red pepper flakes, a diced-up chili pepper or a drizzle of sriracha when serving.
Q: Can I prepare this soup in a slow cooker?
A: Yes! Combine all ingredients (except the peas) in your slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours. And add the peas in the final 30 minutes of cooking, to hold them fresh and tender.
Final Thoughts
This Pea Soup is a simple, tasty way to savor the wonderful flavors of spring. It’s light and healthy, and very satisfying. Whether you repair it as a starter or a main course, it’s bound to wow anyone you serve it to. The bright green color, the sweetness of the peas and the aromatic herbs make for an incredibly soothing bowl of goodness for any time of year. So pick up some fresh peas, ready to get those blenders out and make this soup today!
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