Make-Ahead Pea Soup with Shallot, Lemon, and Parmesan

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Make-Ahead Pea Soup with Shallot, Lemon, and Parmesan
30 min.
2
250kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful and refreshing soup that you can prepare ahead of time? Look no further than this Make-Ahead Pea Soup with Shallot, Lemon, and Parmesan! This vibrant and flavorful dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re serving it as a hearty starter at a dinner party, a comforting snack, or a light antipasto. The combination of fresh or frozen sweet peas, aromatic shallots, and a touch of zesty lemon rind creates a deliciously balanced flavor profile that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

As a vegetarian and gluten-free option, this soup caters to a variety of dietary preferences without compromising on taste. The creamy texture, achieved through blending, makes each spoonful smooth and satisfying. Plus, it’s quick and easy to prepare, taking only about 30 minutes from start to finish. With each serving containing approximately 250 calories, you can enjoy this delightful dish guilt-free!

The addition of fresh mint brightens up the flavor, while the Parmesan brings richness to the soup, making it an indulgent treat that’s also nutritious. Whether served warm or chilled, this Make-Ahead Pea Soup is a versatile dish that you can easily store and reheat for your convenience. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this simple yet sophisticated soup that celebrates the freshness of vegetables and the magic of home-cooking!

Ingredients

  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoons mint leaves fresh roughly chopped
  • servings kosher salt 
  • of lemon zest 
  • 0.8 cup onion finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups peas fresh sweet
  • 0.3 cup shallots minced
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • cups vegetable stock low-sodium homemade store-bought

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • blender
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Place lemon rind in shallow pan and cover with cold water. Bring to a simmer, and then pour out water. Repeat once more, then set lemon rinds aside.
  2. Melt butter in large saucepan over low heat.
  3. Add onions, shallots, and a pinch of salt and cook until softened and translucent, 5 to 6 minutes.
  4. Add peas to saucepan and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  5. Add lemon rinds and stock and bring to a boil. Immediately remove from the heat and stir in mint.
  6. Let cool slightly, 5 to 10 minutes, then blend in blender or food processor until smooth.
  7. Add Parmesan and blend again. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve immediately or chill for later use. Reheat in microwave until warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories250kcal
Protein11.79%
Fat41.56%
Carbs46.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
89.17
Glycemic Load
8
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
16.759565126637%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
1.55mg
Hesperetin
0.51mg
Apigenin
0.28mg
Luteolin
0.64mg
Isorhamnetin
3.01mg
Kaempferol
0.39mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
12.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:249.5kcal
12.47%
Fat:11.93g
18.36%
Saturated Fat:7.31g
45.71%
Carbohydrates:30.14g
10.05%
Net Carbohydrates:21.49g
7.82%
Sugar:13.06g
14.52%
Cholesterol:30.1mg
10.03%
Sodium:1148.32mg
49.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.62g
15.24%
Vitamin C:52.54mg
63.69%
Vitamin A:1897.93IU
37.96%
Fiber:8.64g
34.57%
Manganese:0.68mg
34.11%
Vitamin K:28.59µg
27.23%
Folate:98.34µg
24.59%
Vitamin B1:0.34mg
22.66%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.29%
Phosphorus:159.82mg
15.98%
Potassium:485.7mg
13.88%
Magnesium:52.63mg
13.16%
Copper:0.26mg
13.07%
Iron:2.35mg
13.06%
Vitamin B3:2.5mg
12.48%
Zinc:1.64mg
10.93%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.84%
Calcium:68.67mg
6.87%
Selenium:2.76µg
3.94%
Vitamin E:0.49mg
3.28%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.08%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.4%