Creamy Spring Pea and Mint Soup
A vibrant, healthy soup made with fresh garden peas and mint, offering a light and refreshing taste that celebrates the arrival of spring. This french-inspired soups ready in about 30 minutes pairs Fresh peas, Vegetable broth, Fresh mint for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 2 cups Fresh peas
- 3 cups Vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup Fresh mint
- 1/2 cup Onion
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup diced onion and sauté for 3 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Step 2: Add 1 minced garlic clove and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then stir in 2 cups shelled peas and 3 cups vegetable broth. Simmer for 10 minutes until peas are tender.
- Step 3: Remove from heat, cool slightly, then blend in a blender with 1/4 cup fresh mint until smooth. Return to saucepan, stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and warm over low heat for 2 minutes until heated through but not boiling.
- Step 4: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh mint.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Creamy Spring Pea and Mint Soup take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Creamy Spring Pea and 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 peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Creamy Spring Pea and 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 Creamy Spring Pea and Mint Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Creamy Spring Pea and 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
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
