Hearty Green Pea Soup

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Hearty, warming soups are the perfect accompaniment to the cooler months.
Soups form an integral part of a healthy eating plan, but it’s important to stay away from adding too many calorie-laden ingredients like full fat cream, bacon and croutons.healthy_eating
Instead, focus on ingredients like vegetables, low-sodium stocks and fibre-rich pulses like lentils and chickpeas.
This quick and easy recipe for Chunky Green Pea Soup is a real mid-week wonder.
Simple to prepare, budget-smart and freezer-friendly, this filling soup is low in saturated fat but high in fibre.

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 3 sprigs of fresh mint, chopped
  • 1 potato, parboiled and cut into cubes
  • 4 cups of frozen peas
  • 1 brown onion
  • 2 cups of vegetable stock
  • 1 small piece of sourdough bread
  • Cracked pepper

Optional Extras:

  • Switch the vegetable stock for chicken stock
  • Add a dollop of Greek yoghurt to the top when serving
  • Frozen broad beans can be used instead of frozen peas
  • Thyme can be used instead of mint

Method:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot or saucepan, and add the onion. Cook over a low-medium heat until the onion is translucent.
  • Add stock, frozen peas, 2 sprigs of chopped mint and potato and bring to the boil.  Simmer over low-medium heat for 4 minutes or until the peas are soft.
  • Remove from heat. Set aside to cool for a few minutes while you set up your blender.
  • Put the soup into your blender and pulse for a short time. The soup should be blended but still retain a chunky texture.
  • Afterwards, return the soup to the saucepan and heat for a further 3 minutes. Stir frequently to ensure the soup is heated through.
  • Serve topped with cracked pepper, a sprig of mint and a piece of sourdough bread on the side.

Serves: 4 Calories Per Serve: 202

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