St. Fagans Inspired Minted Pea Soup Recipe
When it comes to easy, comforting, and wholesome meals, minted pea soup is a top contender. With its vibrant color and refreshing taste, this soup is perfect for any time of year, whether you’re craving a light lunch or a flavorful starter. Best of all, it’s quick to make and packed with nutrients! Our minted pea soup recipe is inspired by our travels in Wales. This post will guide you to prepare this simple yet elegant dish.
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Enjoying Minted Pea Soup in Wales
During our visit to St Fagans National Museum of History, we enjoyed a tasty minted pea soup for lunch. The following recipe for St. Fagans Minted Pea Soup is our homemade version of this wonderful soup.
Minted Pea Soup – Reimagined
First, we attempted a recreation with split peas but found the result far thicker than the soup we had at the museum. Next, we modified the recipe to use frozen peas and landed much closer to the dish we experienced. Shelled fresh peas will yield a similar result.Â
We use fresh mint leaves from our garden to make this soup mint soup with peas.
Minted Pea Soup Recipe
Minted Pea Soup
When it comes to easy, comforting, and wholesome meals, minted pea soup is a top contender. With its vibrant color and refreshing taste, this soup is perfect for any time of year.
Ingredients
- 2 tsp. olive oil
- 1 shallot, minced
- 1 leek, sliced thinly
- 2 cups frozen peas (thawed) or shelled fresh peas
- 7 cups vegetable stock
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the peas, shelling if fresh.
- Heat olive oil on medium heat. Sauté shallot and leek until soft and translucent.
- Add vegetable stock and bring to a boil.
- Add the peas and cook for 35 minutes to soften peas.
- Add the mint and cook for 5 minutes.
- Next, add lemon juice.
- Remove from heat.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Blend soup with an immersion blender or puree in a blender.
Serving Recommendation
Serve this pea soup with bread and butter
Tips and Variations
- Adding Protein:Â You can add a handful of cooked quinoa or top with roasted chickpeas for extra protein.
- Chilled Minted Pea Soup:Â For a refreshing summer dish, serve the soup cold. After blending, refrigerate it for at least an hour before serving.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and Easy:Â With minimal prep and cooking time, you can have a delicious meal on the table in under one hour.
- Nutrient-Rich:Â Peas are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making this soup a healthy choice.
- Bright and Refreshing: The combination of peas and mint creates a flavor that’s both sweet and refreshing, perfect for any season.
Closing Thoughts
This minted pea soup is sure to become a staple in your kitchen, whether you’re serving it as a light meal or a sophisticated appetizer for guests. When the mint leaves grow in our garden, we love having a variety of soup recipe that benefit from fresh mint.
We’re glad to have visited St Fagans National History Museum in Wales to get acquainted with this soup.
Give this minted pea soup recipe a try and enjoy the refreshing taste of spring in a bowl!
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