Green Pea Soup
4 servings
20 minutes
Green pea soup is a refined dish of French cuisine that combines the tenderness and freshness of spring ingredients. Its history is rooted in the traditions of provincial French villages, where peas were considered a symbol of abundance and freshness. This soup features a velvety texture thanks to the blend of blanched green peas, mint, and cashews, creating a harmony of sweet and spicy notes. The addition of dates brings a subtle sweetness, while fresh spinach and green onions enhance the brightness of the flavor. It can be served warm or chilled, making it a versatile choice for any season. It pairs perfectly with crispy baguette and light white wine, turning the meal into a true gastronomic delight.
1
Pour one liter of water into a pot, bring it to a boil, add green peas, finely chopped garlic, chopped mint leaves, chopped onion, and simmer for seven minutes.
- Frozen green peas: 400 g
- Onion: 1 head
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Mint: 50 g
2
After seven minutes, transfer the contents of the pot to a blender, add dates and cashews, and turn the soup into a puree.
- Dates: 4 pieces
- Cashew: 100 g
3
Chop fresh spinach leaves and mix them into the soup.
- Spinach: 400 g
4
Finely chop the green onion and add a pinch of chopped onion to each plate when serving.
- Green onions: 20 g