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    Home » What We're Eating » Light and Easy Sweet Pea Soup

    Light and Easy Sweet Pea Soup

    Published: Mar 15, 2016 by Blair Lonergan

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    For an easy weeknight meal or a simple make-ahead lunch, your family will love this Light and Easy Sweet Pea Soup! It's a 20-minute vegan, clean eating, and healthy dinner that everyone can enjoy...and it's perfect for spring! 

    An over head shot of two bowls of sweet pea soup

    This post is sponsored by Blue Diamond Almond Breeze Almondmilk. Thanks for supporting the brands that make The Seasoned Mom possible!

    This is the best quick and easy spring meal, in my opinion -- since we're somewhere between the winter chill and the blazing summer heat, the soup is a great middle ground...you can heat it up for a warm and cozy dinner, or you can serve it chilled for a light lunch.

    Use the weather (and your mood) as the guide! And no matter how you choose to enjoy it, at a mere 100 calories per serving, it's a great way to get in shape for bathing suit season!

    Should I Use Fresh or Frozen Peas?

    The simple answer is either but I recommend using frozen for this recipe. The thing is peas are frozen within minutes of harvesting so they are super fresh, delicious and keep most of their nutrition.

    You can, of course, use fresh when they are in season but it'll likely cost a little more and will add a little more prep time too!

    A close up of a small white bowl of sweet pea soup topped with bacon

    What You Need

    • Frozen peas: there's no need to spend more and buy fresh, frozen peas taste delicious and are full of nutrients
    • Olive oil: for sauteing the veg
    • Sweet onion & garlic: these give a wonderful flavor to the soup, make sure to use fresh garlic and not powder!
    • Vegetable stock: high-quality store-bought or homemade for best flavor
    • Blue Diamond Almon Milk: I love this milk for the quality and taste. Make sure to buy unsweetened for this recipe.
    • Nutmeg: just a touch but makes a difference
    • Salt and pepper: to season
    • Bacon: for topping: this is optional but adds extra flavor and crunch.

    Creamy, healthy & low fat!

    So what's the trick to making a smooth and creamy soup that's still dairy-free and low in calories?

    My favorite Blue Diamond Almondmilk! You've seen me use this beverage about a zillion different ways in smoothies, but it's also awesome for more savory dishes...like soup! It adds so much richness to a dish, but it only has 30 calories per 8-ounce serving. Love that!

    Plus, thanks to the peas, there is plenty of protein and fiber in each bowl to keep you feeling full and happy for the rest of the afternoon or evening!

    A blue carton of almond breeze almond milk and a bowl of sweet pea soup

    How to Make Sweet Pea Soup in 4 Easy Steps

    1. Sauté onion in oil until tender. Reduce heat to low, add garlic and peas, and cook just until warm and tender.
    2. Transfer onion and pea mixture to a blender. Add vegetable stock, almond milk, and nutmeg. Puree until smooth and combined.
    3. Taste, and then season with salt and pepper, as necessary.
    4. Serve warm soup in individual bowls and garnish each with crumbled bacon and fresh herbs.

    Serving Suggestions

    And if you're not worried about keeping it vegan, I highly suggest adding some crispy, crumbled bacon to the top of your bowl. It's the perfect salty and crunchy contrast to the sweet and creamy soup!

    Serve with some crusty bread for dipping and you have a light, healthy, and very satisfying meal...in about 20 minutes. Can't beat that!

    Sweet pea soup in small white bowls topped with bacon and parsley

    Tips and Variations - Sweet Pea Soup

    • Add fresh herbs such as basil or mint
    • Top with chives or sour cream for extra tang
    • Make sure to use unsweetened almond milk
    • Omit bacon to be vegetarian and vegan-friendly
    • This soup will keep in the fridge for around 3 days or can be frozen in suitable containers

    Looking for other healthy and easy meals? Try these favorites:

    • My Kids' Favorite Dinner: 4-Ingredient Spring Pasta
    • Skinny Southwestern Egg Rolls
    • Orange Sesame Chicken Quinoa
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    Light and Easy Sweet Pea Soup

    A super easy light, and delicious sweet pea soup that's ready in only 20 minutes! Creamy, healthy and low calorie. Serve with crispy bacon and crusty bread for dunking.
    Course Soup
    Cuisine American
    Keyword green soup, pea soup
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 20 minutes
    Servings 4 (1-cup servings)
    Calories 79kcal
    Author The Seasoned Mom

    Ingredients

    • 9 ounces frozen peas
    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
    • ½ cup diced sweet onion
    • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
    • 1 cup hot vegetable stock
    • 1 cup Almond Breeze Almondmilk Original Unsweetened
    • Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • Optional for garnish: 4 slices bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled; fresh parsley

    Instructions

    • In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté onion in oil until tender (about 5 minutes). Reduce heat to low, add garlic and peas, and cook just until warm and tender (about 2-3 minutes).
    • Transfer onion and pea mixture to a blender. Add vegetable stock, almondmilk, and nutmeg. Puree until smooth and combined.
    • Taste, and then season with salt and pepper, as necessary.
    • Serve warm soup in individual bowls and garnish each with crumbled bacon and fresh herbs.

    Notes

    • Add fresh herbs such as basil or mint
    • Top with chives or sour cream for extra tang
    • Make sure to use unsweetened almond milk
    • Omit bacon to be vegetarian and vegan-friendly
    • This soup will keep in the fridge for around 3 days or can be frozen in suitable containers

    Nutrition

    Calories: 79kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 321mg | Potassium: 179mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 615IU | Vitamin C: 26.7mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 1mg

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    1. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice

      March 15, 2016 at 7:32 am

      Pea soup always reminds me of my Grandma, as she made the best split pea kind! I've never had a sweet pea version like this. I love the pretty color and how easy this is to make! Just perfect for spring!

      Reply
      • Blair

        March 15, 2016 at 2:45 pm

        Thanks, Gayle! I love split pea soup, too...but this is even better at this time of year! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Robyn @ Simply Fresh Dinners

      March 15, 2016 at 7:35 am

      5 stars
      Love this light and delicious soup, Blair. So pretty and the bacon topping is just perfect!

      Reply
      • Blair

        March 15, 2016 at 2:45 pm

        Thanks, Robyn! I think the bacon is the perfect addition, too! But then again...isn't bacon always better?! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious

      March 15, 2016 at 11:58 am

      I love almond breeze and sweet peas! People think I'm crazy, but I put them in everything. My salads and even my eggs!

      Reply
      • Blair

        March 15, 2016 at 2:43 pm

        Thanks, Megan! I agree -- they're great in everything! That little bit of sweetness is so delicious. 🙂

        Reply
    4. Chrissa - Physical Kitchness

      March 17, 2016 at 1:08 pm

      MUST make this for lunch!! My hubby hates peas but I love them. This soup is totally do-able for my multi-talking lunchtime routine! You are soooo smart.

      Reply
      • Blair

        March 18, 2016 at 6:24 am

        Yes! That's what I did, Chrissa -- enjoyed it for lunch all week. SO good!

        Reply

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