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Fresh Pea Soup

This vibrant soup highlights the sweet, bright flavor of fresh peas, prepared with a simple sauté of onion and a quick simmer in vegetable broth. Blended until silky, it showcases a smooth, vivid green texture with fresh mint and lemon brightening each spoonful. Perfect for a quick, seasonally fresh lunch or starter, it emphasizes honest ingredients and minimal fuss.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Seasonal
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh green peas shelled or frozen and thawed
  • 1/2 cup diced onion yellow or white
  • 3 cups vegetable broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
  • a handful mint leaves roughly chopped, plus extra for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • to taste salt adjust after blending
  • to taste black pepper cracked, fresh if possible

Equipment

  • Medium pot
  • Immersion blender or regular blender
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Heat a medium pot over medium and add the olive oil. Once shimmering and fragrant, add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent and soft, filling your kitchen with a sweet aroma.
  2. Add the fresh peas to the pot and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn bright green and smell sweet—a sign they’re just about perfect.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 5-7 minutes, until the peas are tender and easily mashable when pressed against the side of the pot.
  4. Remove the pot from heat. Using an immersion blender or carefully transferring to a blender, puree the soup until silky smooth, about 1-2 minutes. Be cautious of steam—blend in batches if using a traditional blender.
  5. Stir in the lemon juice and chopped mint leaves, then taste and season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Adjust the flavors to your liking, adding more lemon or mint if desired.
  6. Ladle the vibrant green soup into bowls, drizzle with a little extra olive oil, and garnish with a few mint leaves for a fresh finish. Serve immediately while warm and flavorful.

Notes

For an extra creamy texture, stir in a splash of coconut milk before serving. You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 2 days and can be reheated gently.