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Fresh Chilled Pea and Mint Soup Recipe with Creamy Crème Fraîche

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A light and refreshing chilled pea and mint soup topped with creamy crème fraîche, perfect for summer meals or starters.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (600g) fresh or frozen peas
  • 10–12 fresh mint leaves
  • 2 cups (475ml) vegetable stock or water
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1 medium garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) crème fraîche for serving
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped yellow onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but do not let it brown.
  3. Stir in the fresh or frozen peas and pour in 2 cups (475ml) of vegetable stock or water. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook frozen peas for 3-4 minutes or fresh peas for 2-3 minutes until tender but still bright green.
  4. Remove the pot from heat and let the soup cool for about 5 minutes.
  5. Transfer the soup to a blender or food processor. Add the fresh mint leaves and 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice. Blend until smooth but still vibrant, scraping down the sides as needed. Add extra stock or water if the soup is too thick.
  6. Season generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
  7. Chill the soup in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to deepen flavors and serve cold.
  8. Ladle the chilled soup into bowls and add a generous dollop of crème fraîche on top. Garnish with a few fresh mint leaves if desired.

Notes

Do not overcook peas to maintain vibrant color and sweetness. Chill soup for at least 1 hour for best flavor. Crème fraîche can be substituted with Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternatives like coconut yogurt. Add chili flakes for a spicy kick. Soup keeps well refrigerated for up to 2 days without crème fraîche. Stir occasionally when chilling quickly in freezer.

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Keywords: pea soup, chilled soup, mint soup, summer soup, crème fraîche, easy soup recipe, vegetarian, gluten-free

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