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Creamy Pea and Mint Soup

This velvety soup combines the sweetness of fresh peas with the aromatic brightness of fresh mint, blended into a smooth, rustic dish. It’s cooked with sautéed onions and vegetable broth, then finished with cream for richness, resulting in a vibrant, bowl-worthy comfort food. Perfect for a light, satisfying meal that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly modern.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Modern Comfort
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1-2 tablespoons Olive oil Good quality extra virgin
  • 1 small Yellow onion finely chopped
  • 2 cups Fresh peas shelled
  • 2 cups Vegetable broth light and clear
  • 1/4 cup Fresh mint leaves roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Cream or coconut milk for richness
  • to taste Salt & pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Immersion blender or regular blender
  • Ladle
  • Sharp knife
  • Chopping board

Method
 

  1. Warm your large saucepan over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil, letting it shimmer as you prepare to sauté.
  2. Add the finely chopped onion to the pan and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes translucent and fragrant, with a gentle sizzle and a soft, golden hue.
  3. Stir in the fresh peas and cook for another 2 minutes just to warm them through, releasing their sweet aroma.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 5 minutes until the peas are tender and vibrant green.
  5. Roughly chop the fresh mint leaves and add most of them to the soup, reserving a few for garnish. Continue cooking for 1 minute to infuse the broth with herbal brightness.
  6. Use your immersion blender directly in the pot to blend the soup until silky smooth, or carefully transfer in batches to a blender, blending until velvety and then returning to the pot.
  7. Stir in the cream or coconut milk, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Warm the soup gently for 1-2 minutes until heated through, avoiding boiling.
  8. Spoon the vibrant, velvety soup into bowls, garnishing with the remaining mint leaves and a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Serve hot and enjoy its fresh, comforting flavors.