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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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Cold Curried Pea and Buttermilk Soup—a refreshing and vibrant dish that's perfect for any occasion! Whether you're looking for a stunning starter for a summer dinner party, a light snack to enjoy on a warm afternoon, or a nutritious addition to your antipasto platter, this soup is sure to impress.

With its beautiful green hue and silky texture, this soup not only pleases the eye but also tantalizes the taste buds. The combination of sweet, tender peas and nutrient-rich spinach is elevated by aromatic Madras curry powder, which adds an exotic twist to this chilled delight. The creamy buttermilk offers a tangy contrast that enhances the soup's flavors, making each spoonful a refreshing sensation.

This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only packed with flavor but also healthy, with just 202 calories per serving. It's an ideal choice for those seeking a light yet satisfying meal or appetizer. With a total preparation time of 4500 minutes, you can easily make this vibrant soup ahead of time and serve it cold, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

Gather your ingredients, don your apron, and join us in creating this exquisite Cold Curried Pea and Buttermilk Soup—your taste buds will thank you!

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