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
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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.
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.
