Creamy Spring Pea Mint (Printable Version)
Silky soup highlighting fresh peas and mint, finished with a tangy crème fraîche swirl.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 garlic clove, minced
04 - 4 cups fresh or frozen green peas
05 - 3 cups vegetable broth (gluten-free if needed)
→ Herbs & Dairy
06 - 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
07 - 1/2 cup crème fraîche, plus extra for garnish
08 - 1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream
→ Seasonings
09 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, or to taste
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - Zest of 1 lemon
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
# How to Make It:
01 - Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring until translucent but not browned.
02 - Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
03 - Stir in the peas and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5–7 minutes (3–5 minutes if using frozen peas), until peas are tender and bright green.
04 - Remove from heat. Add the mint leaves, crème fraîche, and milk (or cream). Stir to combine.
05 - Using an immersion blender (or working in batches with a countertop blender), purée the soup until smooth and creamy.
06 - Stir in lemon zest and juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
07 - If desired, pass the soup through a fine-mesh sieve for an extra-silky texture.
08 - Ladle soup into bowls. Swirl each serving with a spoonful of crème fraîche and garnish with extra mint leaves.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like something from a fancy restaurant
- The vibrant green color makes any table feel instantly more festive and welcoming
- You can make it ahead and it actually tastes better the next day
02 -
- Blending hot soup can be dangerous. If using a countertop blender, remove the center cap and cover with a kitchen towel to let steam escape
- The soup will lose its bright green color quickly. Serve immediately, or if making ahead, dont add the final mint and dairy until reheating
03 -
- Reserve a handful of fresh peas before cooking and blanch them separately to use as garnish
- If the soup seems too thick after blending, add more broth a tablespoon at a time