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Fresh Spring Pea and Mint Soup

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A light, vibrant soup combining sweet fresh peas and aromatic mint, finished with creamy crème fraîche for a silky, refreshing bowl perfect for spring.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups fresh green peas (shelled)
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup crème fraîche
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Shell the peas and rinse under cold water. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. Roughly chop the fresh mint leaves. Set aside the crème fraîche for serving.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium heat in a soup pot. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent and soft but not browned.
  3. Add peas and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes until peas are tender and bright green.
  4. Stir in chopped mint leaves and season with salt and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to infuse the mint flavor.
  5. Remove pot from heat and puree the soup using an immersion blender until smooth and velvety. If using a regular blender, puree in batches.
  6. Stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper if needed.
  7. Ladle soup into bowls and add a generous dollop of crème fraîche on top. Swirl gently for a marbled effect and optionally garnish with whole mint leaves or freshly ground black pepper.

Notes

Use plain Greek yogurt instead of crème fraîche for a lighter version. For dairy-free, substitute crème fraîche with coconut cream or cashew cream. Avoid overcooking peas to keep their bright green color. If soup tastes flat, add a pinch of sugar or extra lemon juice. For extra smooth texture, strain soup through a fine sieve. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat gently with a splash of broth.

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