Description
A comforting creamy vegetable soup rich in peas, carrots, and wholesome ingredients, perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of fresh or frozen peas
- 2 cups of diced carrots
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 4 cups of vegetable broth
- 1 cup of cream (or a dairy-free alternative)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: a pinch of paprika or thyme for extra flavor
Instructions
- Start by heating the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Next, add the diced carrots to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes, allowing them to soften slightly before adding the peas.
- Pour the vegetable broth into the pot. Bring it to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Once the vegetables are tender, use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired consistency.
- After blending, return the soup to the pot over low heat, and stir in the cream. Allow it to heat for a few minutes.
- Serve hot! You can add a drizzle of olive oil or a sprinkle of fresh herbs on top for that finishing touch.
Notes
For a lighter version, consider using almond milk instead of cream, or add leafy greens for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg