Frozen Minted Pea Soup with Lemon Cream
A vibrant chilled pea soup brightened with fresh mint and a tangy lemon cream swirl, perfect for a cool appetizer. This french-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 20 minutes pairs frozen green peas, vegetable broth, packed fresh mint leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 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
- 3 cups frozen green peas
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium saucepan, add 3 cups frozen green peas and 2 cups vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes until peas are tender.
- Step 2: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Allow to cool slightly for 5 minutes.
- Step 3: Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth and velvety, about 1 minute.
- Step 4: Chill the soup in the refrigerator for 1 hour until cold.
- Step 5: Just before serving, stir 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice into 1/4 cup heavy cream and drizzle the lemon cream over the surface of each bowl for a tangy finish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Frozen Minted Pea Soup with Lemon Cream take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Frozen Minted Pea Soup with Lemon Cream?
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 frozen green peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Frozen Minted Pea Soup with Lemon Cream?
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 Frozen Minted Pea Soup with Lemon Cream 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.
Is Frozen Minted Pea Soup with Lemon Cream vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
