Minted Sweet Pea Soup Recipe

Name: Minted Sweet Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen baby peas; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 6 green onions, trimmed and thinly sliced (white part); coarse salt; 1 small bibb lettuce, leaves well-washed and tough ends removed; 2 cups chicken or 2 cups vegetable stock; 1 bunch of fresh mint, stemmed and washed well; ½ cup heavy whipping cream; white pepper; 1 small pea shoots, for garnish

Servings: persons

1
Cook the peas according to the package directions, drain and set aside.
2
Melt the butter in a soup pot over medium-low heat.
3
Add the green onions and salt and cook, stirring, until just softened, 3 minutes.
4
Add the lettuce and 1/2 cup water, cover and cook over very low heat until very soft, 5 to 7 minutes.
5
Add the stock and 1 cup of water and bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
7
Working in batches, transfer the lettuce mixture, peas and mint to the blender and process until smooth.
8
Transfer to a clean pot and add the cream.
9
Simmer 5 minutes.
10
Season with more salt, if needed, and add white pepper to taste.
11
Ladle into bowls and garnish with pea shoots.

454

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen baby peas, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 6 green onions, trimmed and thinly sliced (white part), coarse salt, and more.

Yes, Minted Sweet Pea Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Minted Sweet Pea Soup

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