Pea and Mint Cream Soup
A velvety soup blending tender peas, fresh mint, and a hint of lemon for a bright, refreshing spring dish. This french-inspired soups ready in about 35 minutes pairs shelled and steamed peas, small, sliced leeks, minced garlic 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
- 1 cup, shelled and steamed peas
- 1 small, sliced leeks
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh mint
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Sauté leeks and garlic for 3 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add 1 cup steamed peas and 1 cup milk. Cook for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens, then stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream.
- Step 3: Puree the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender. Stir in chopped mint, 1 tbsp lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Step 4: Serve immediately, garnished with a drizzle of lemon juice and fresh mint leaves.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Pea and Mint Cream Soup take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 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 Pea and Mint Cream 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 shelled and steamed peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pea and Mint Cream 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 Pea and Mint Cream 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 Pea and Mint Cream 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
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
