Easy pea & mint soup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
29%
Easy pea & mint soup
5 min.
4
143kcal

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Welcome to the wonderful world of simple, healthy, and delicious soup! If you’re searching for a quick yet impressive dish that’s perfect as a starter, snack, or even an antipasto, look no further than this Easy Pea & Mint Soup. With its vibrant green hue and refreshing minty flavor, this soup not only tantalizes your taste buds but also brings a pop of color to your dining table.

This vegetarian and gluten-free delight can be whipped up in just 5 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. Utilizing frozen peas and a few pantry staples, you’ll create a smooth, velvety texture that is truly comforting. Infused with the bright and aromatic essence of fresh mint, each spoonful of this soup offers a delightful balance of sweetness and herbaceous notes.

Whether you want to enjoy it chilled on a warm day or gently heated as a cozy starter, this easy recipe allows for versatility to suit your mood. Top it off with a drizzle of cream and a sprinkle of reserved peas and chopped mint for that elegant finishing touch. Each serving is around 143 calories, so you can indulge without a hint of guilt. Let’s dive into the simplicity of this exquisite soup that is sure to impress your family and friends alike!

Ingredients

  • 450 peas frozen
  • 800 ml water hot (straight from the kettle)
  • tbsp vegetable stock 
  • small handful mint leaves fresh chopped
  • servings cup heavy whipping cream 

Equipment

  • blender

Directions

  1. Tip the frozen peas into a blender and pour over the hot water from a kettle. Leave the peas to defrost, then reserve 1 tbsp peas.
  2. Add a handful mint and the vegetable bouillon powder to the rest. Blitz until smooth, then chill.
  3. Serve, drizzled with cream and scattered with some chopped mint and the reserved peas.

Nutrition Facts

Calories143kcal
Protein17.93%
Fat36.11%
Carbs45.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.33
Glycemic Load
4.36
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.129565240248%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.31mg
Hesperetin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:143.01kcal
7.15%
Fat:5.87g
9.04%
Saturated Fat:3.53g
22.08%
Carbohydrates:16.82g
5.61%
Net Carbohydrates:10.33g
3.76%
Sugar:6.85g
7.61%
Cholesterol:16.95mg
5.65%
Sodium:34.99mg
1.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.56g
13.12%
Vitamin C:45.41mg
55.04%
Vitamin K:28.38µg
27.03%
Fiber:6.49g
25.97%
Manganese:0.47mg
23.66%
Vitamin A:1131.59IU
22.63%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
20.2%
Folate:74.86µg
18.72%
Phosphorus:130.93mg
13.09%
Vitamin B3:2.38mg
11.89%
Copper:0.23mg
11.75%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.55%
Magnesium:40.97mg
10.24%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.83%
Zinc:1.46mg
9.75%
Iron:1.72mg
9.55%
Potassium:294.44mg
8.41%
Calcium:46.46mg
4.65%
Selenium:2.47µg
3.54%
Vitamin E:0.28mg
1.89%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.6%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.59%