Chilled Pea and Mint Soup

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Rest Time 30 mins

Total Time 45 mins

Cooking Method: Sauteing, Simmering

Courses: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Soups

Difficulty: Beginner

Cooking Temp: 90 C

Servings: 3

Estimated Cost: $ 9

Calories: 190

Best Season: Spring, Summer

Description

Light, creamy, and bursting with fresh flavor, this Chilled Pea and Mint Soup is the ultimate warm-weather dish. Blended with vibrant green peas, cool mint, and a touch of lemon, it’s as refreshing as it is nourishing. Enjoy it cold for a cooling lunch or appetizer that looks beautiful and tastes even better.

Ingredients

2 cups of fresh or frozen green peas
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1 small shallot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup coconut milk (optional, for creaminess)
1/2 of Juice a lemon
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Peas

1
In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2
Add the shallot and sauté until soft (about 2 minutes).
3
Add the peas and vegetable broth. Simmer for 3–4 minutes, just until peas are tender.

Step 2: Blend

4
Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
5
Transfer peas, broth, mint leaves, and coconut milk (if using) to a blender.
6
Blend until smooth and creamy.
7
Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Step 3: Chill and Serve

8
Let soup cool completely, then chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
9
Serve cold, optionally topped with a swirl of coconut milk and a mint leaf.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

Serving Size 1 bowl (~1/3 of total recipe)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 190kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Sodium 220mg10%
Potassium 350mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
Dietary Fiber 5g20%
Sugars 6g
Protein 6g12%

Vitamin A 1500 IU
Vitamin C 32 mg
Calcium 52 mg
Iron 1.8 mg
Vitamin E 2.2 IU
Vitamin K 30 mcg
Folate 85 mcg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Tips & Swaps

No coconut milk? Use oat milk or just go without — it’s still creamy.
Add toppings: Try pea shoots, microgreens, or croutons.
Serve warm: It also works as a warm soup if you prefer!

Why You’ll Love It 💚

It’s light and cooling — ideal for warmer days.
Takes less than 20 minutes to make.
Packed with plant-based protein and fiber.
A great starter or light lunch.

Read it online: https://foodievibe.com/recipes/chilled-pea-and-mint-soup/

Shopie Lane

Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Hi, I’m Sophie Lane — a food lover, curious traveler, and storyteller at heart. I’m passionate about inspiring others to live healthier, happier lives through simple, nourishing meals and mindful exploration of the world.