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Mildly Spicy Pea Soup

Mildly Spicy Pea Soup with Jalapeño and Mint Bliss

A comforting Mildly Spicy Pea Soup, perfect for quick meals, featuring jalapeño and fresh mint for added flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 cups Frozen Peas Substitute with fresh peas if available.
  • 1 medium Onion Any onion variety works.
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Finely chopped with seeds removed.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with neutral oil.
  • 4 cups Low Sodium Vegetable Broth Substitute with chicken broth if desired.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Gently sliced.
  • 2 tablespoons Corn Starch Can be replaced with arrowroot or flour.
  • 1/4 cup Cold Water Used to create slurry.
  • 1 cup Half and Half Substitute with heavy cream or dairy-free alternative.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Fresh Ground Pepper

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Blender
  • bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mildly Spicy Pea Soup
  1. Begin by dicing the onion and placing it in a bowl. For a quick prep, freeze it overnight for better flavor.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Add diced onion and chopped jalapeño, cooking for 8-10 minutes.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of low sodium vegetable broth. Cover and bring to a gentle simmer for approximately 10 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat, let cool for about 10 minutes, then blend with fresh mint until smooth.
  5. Mix 2 tablespoons of corn starch with 1/4 cup of cold water to create a slurry. Whisk it into the blended soup along with 1 cup of Half and Half and simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Adjust seasoning with salt and fresh ground pepper. Ladle into bowls and garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with crusty bread or as an appetizer. Can be easily customized with different greens or made vegan.

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