Bright Green Pea & Mint Soup
A velvety, nutrient-dense soup with vibrant green peas and fresh mint, offering a light yet satisfying meal that feels like sunshine in a bowl. This french-inspired soups ready in about 24 minutes pairs fresh green peas, chicken or vegetable broth, medium shallot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh green peas
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 medium shallot
- 1/4 cup fresh mint
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
Instructions
- Step 1: Finely mince 1/2 medium shallot and heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook shallot for 3 minutes until translucent but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 1 cup fresh green peas and 2 cups broth to the pan, then bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 8 minutes until peas are tender.
- Step 3: Remove from heat and blend with an immersion blender until completely smooth. Return to low heat, stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp sea salt. Simmer for 2 minutes to meld flavors, then stir in 1 tbsp fresh dill before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Bright Green Pea & Mint Soup take to make?
Total time is about 24 minutes (12 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Bright Green Pea & Mint Soup?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh green peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Bright Green Pea & Mint Soup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Bright Green Pea & Mint Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Bright Green Pea & Mint Soup?
French soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Simple and delicious.
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
