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Creamy Spring Pea Soup with Mint and Crème Fraîche

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A quick and easy creamy pea soup featuring fresh or frozen peas, bright mint, and a tangy swirl of crème fraîche for a comforting and fresh spring meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh or frozen green peas (about 600g / 21 oz)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups (1 liter) vegetable or chicken broth, preferably low sodium
  • About 10 fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml / 4 fl oz) crème fraîche
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Finely chop the yellow onion and mince the garlic. If using fresh peas, shell them now, or measure out frozen peas and set aside. Chop the fresh mint leaves and set them aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat in your soup pot. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook another 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Pour in the peas and 4 cups (1 liter) of broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Let it cook uncovered for about 10 minutes, or until the peas are tender and bright green.
  5. Remove the pot from heat. Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth and creamy. If using a regular blender, transfer the soup in batches and pulse until smooth.
  6. Stir in the chopped fresh mint and lemon juice. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Gently fold in 1/2 cup (120 ml) of crème fraîche until fully incorporated.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm. Optionally garnish with a small sprig of mint or extra crème fraîche.

Notes

Do not overcook peas to maintain bright green color and fresh flavor. Use fresh mint leaves for best aroma and taste. Blend carefully to avoid splatters; let soup cool slightly if needed. Add lemon juice to balance creaminess. Stir in crème fraîche off heat to prevent curdling. If soup is too thick after blending, add broth or water to adjust consistency. For vegan version, substitute crème fraîche with coconut cream or cashew cream and use vegetable broth.

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