Cold Curried Pea and Buttermilk Soup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
35%
Cold Curried Pea and Buttermilk Soup
4500 min.
6
202kcal

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If you're on the lookout for a refreshing and vibrant dish to elevate your culinary repertoire, look no further than this Cold Curried Pea and Buttermilk Soup. Perfectly suited for warm weather gatherings or as a delightful starter to impress your guests, this vegetarian and gluten-free soup combines the sweetness of peas with the creamy tang of buttermilk, resulting in a flavor profile that's both unique and tantalizing.

This recipe boasts numerous health benefits, providing a boost of protein, healthy fats, and essential vitamins, while keeping the calorie count surprisingly low at just 202 kcal per serving. The addition of shallots adds a subtle sweetness, while the Madras curry powder infuses the soup with a warm, aromatic kick that dances on the palate. Fresh spinach not only enhances the color but also contributes to the nutritional richness of the dish.

What’s more, the preparation is simple and enjoyable, making it an ideal choice for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs. With minimal cooking time and steps, you can easily whip up this soup, then get ready to bask in the compliments and admiration of family and friends as they indulge in this exquisite blend of flavors and textures. Serve it as an antipasto or enjoy it as a nutritious snack—it’s versatile enough for any occasion!

Ingredients

  • cup buttermilk well-shaken
  • teaspoons curry powder (preferably Madras)
  • cups chicken broth reduced-sodium
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 20 ounce peas frozen
  • large shallots chopped
  • 0.8 pound pkt spinach packed ( 8 cups leaves)
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot
  • blender

Directions

  1. Cook shallots in butter and oil in a heavy medium pot over medium heat, stirring, until golden, 6 to 8 minutes.
  2. Add curry powder and 3/4 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  3. Add broth and water and bring to a simmer, then stir in peas and spinach and return to a simmer. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are just tender, about 6 minutes.
  4. Immediately purée soup in 4 batches in a blender until very smooth (use caution when blending hot liquids).
  5. Transfer to a bowl and stir in buttermilk. Quick-chill (to preserve color) by setting bowl in an ice bath and stirring until cool, then refrigerate until very cold, 1 to 2 hours. Season with salt.
  6. Soup can be chilled (in refrigerator) up to 1 day.

Nutrition Facts

Calories202kcal
Protein20.59%
Fat37.55%
Carbs41.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.72
Glycemic Load
5.2
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
27.417825906173%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.42mg
Kaempferol
3.62mg
Myricetin
0.2mg
Quercetin
2.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:201.52kcal
10.08%
Fat:8.86g
13.63%
Saturated Fat:3.81g
23.82%
Carbohydrates:22.22g
7.41%
Net Carbohydrates:14.84g
5.39%
Sugar:9.03g
10.04%
Cholesterol:14.43mg
4.81%
Sodium:133.77mg
5.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.93g
21.86%
Vitamin K:299.94µg
285.66%
Vitamin A:6229.44IU
124.59%
Vitamin C:55.14mg
66.84%
Manganese:0.98mg
48.75%
Folate:180.25µg
45.06%
Fiber:7.39g
29.55%
Potassium:769.53mg
21.99%
Magnesium:87.23mg
21.81%
Vitamin B1:0.33mg
21.75%
Phosphorus:212.69mg
21.27%
Vitamin B3:4.1mg
20.48%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
20.17%
Iron:3.6mg
19.98%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
18.09%
Copper:0.34mg
17.18%
Calcium:143.34mg
14.33%
Vitamin E:1.9mg
12.66%
Zinc:1.85mg
12.32%
Selenium:4.11µg
5.87%
Vitamin B12:0.31µg
5.17%
Vitamin D:0.59µg
3.93%
Vitamin B5:0.34mg
3.41%
Source:Epicurious