Fresh Blended Pea and Mint Cold Soup
A light, refreshing, and budget-friendly cold soup perfect for summer, blending sweet peas with fresh mint and creamy Greek yogurt for a bright, creamy dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups frozen peas (or fresh if in season, about 600g)
- ½ cup packed fresh mint leaves (about 15g)
- 2 cups vegetable broth (475ml)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (120g)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (30ml)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional garnish: mint leaves, olive oil drizzle, black pepper
Instructions
- If using frozen peas, rinse under cold water to thaw slightly. For fresh peas, shell about 2 cups worth (3-5 minutes).
- Heat 2 cups of vegetable broth in a saucepan over medium heat until just simmering (about 5 minutes). This step is optional.
- Add peas, fresh mint leaves, warm broth, Greek yogurt, olive oil, and lemon juice to a blender. Blend on high until smooth and creamy (1-2 minutes). Add more broth or cold water if too thick.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Blend again for 10 seconds to mix.
- Transfer soup to a bowl or pitcher and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill and let flavors marry (optional but recommended).
- Serve chilled, garnished with mint leaves, a drizzle of olive oil, or freshly cracked black pepper.
Notes
Use frozen peas for best flavor and convenience. Fresh mint is preferred for aroma. Warm broth slightly to enhance flavor but avoid boiling. For extra smooth texture, strain soup through a fine mesh sieve. Add lemon juice freshly squeezed for brightness. Season gradually to avoid over-salting. Soup can be served immediately or chilled for better flavor. Leftovers keep up to 3 days refrigerated. Avoid freezing to prevent grainy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 130
- Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 7
Keywords: pea soup, cold soup, summer soup, mint soup, easy soup, healthy soup, budget-friendly, vegetarian, gluten-free