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Creamy Spring Pea and Mint Soup

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A fresh and soothing soup combining sweet peas and vibrant mint with a creamy texture from Greek yogurt. Perfect for spring, this quick and easy recipe is light yet satisfying.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped (yellow or sweet onion)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups fresh or frozen peas (about 600g or 21 oz)
  • 3 cups vegetable broth (720 ml or 3 cups)
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (120 ml or 1/2 cup)
  • 1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves (15g or about 1/4 cup), washed and roughly chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnishes: extra virgin olive oil, fresh mint sprigs, crusty bread or toasted seeds

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
  2. Add the finely chopped onion and cook gently for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until soft and translucent but not browned.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the peas. If using fresh peas, blanch them quickly in boiling water first, then add.
  5. Bring everything to a gentle simmer and let cook uncovered for 8-10 minutes until peas are tender and bright green.
  6. Remove the pot from heat and blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth and creamy. If using a countertop blender, cool slightly and blend in batches carefully.
  7. Stir in the chopped fresh mint leaves and Greek yogurt, then blend briefly again to incorporate evenly.
  8. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning as needed.
  9. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, fresh mint sprigs, or toasted seeds if desired.

Notes

Add Greek yogurt off the heat to prevent curdling. Use frozen peas for sweetness year-round or fresh peas blanched briefly for best color and texture. If soup is too thick, add broth or water; if too thin, simmer longer to reduce. Let soup rest 5 minutes after blending for flavors to meld. For vegan version, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut cream or dairy-free yogurt and use olive oil or vegan butter for sautéing.

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