Vegan Option
Chilled Pea & Mint Soup
A refreshing blend of sweet garden peas and mint, served cold with a swirl of coconut cream and a sprig of mint for garnish.
Chilled Pea & Mint Soup
Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus chilling time)
Serves: 4 guests
Ingredients:
- Fresh or frozen peas - 2 cups
- Fresh mint leaves - 1/4 cup, plus
more for garnish - Vegetable broth - 2 cups
- Coconut cream - 1/4 cup, plus
more for serving - Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
- Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
Instructions:
1. Cook the Peas
> If using fresh peas, blanch them in boiling water for 3 minutes, then drain. If using frozen, simply thaw.
2. Blend the Soup
> In a blender, combine the peas, mint leaves, vegetable broth, coconut cream, salt, pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
3. Chill
> Transfer the soup to a container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until cold.
4. Serve:
> Pour the chilled soup into bowls. Swirl a dollop of coconut cream on top and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.