CHILLED PEA, LETTUCE AND HERB SOUP
This elegant soup is sweet and heavenly. The texture is silky and the consistency thick -- but only because there are lots of peas in it. I used water rather than stock when I tested this recipe, and it worked just fine.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories weekday, soups and stews, appetizer
Time 30m
Yield Six regular servings or 12 aperitifs
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven. Add the leeks and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, until tender, about five minutes. Add the peas, lettuce and stock or water, and bring to a boil. Add salt to taste, reduce the heat, cover and simmer five minutes. Remove from the heat. Drain through a strainer set over a bowl, and allow the vegetables and the broth to cool for 15 minutes. Taste the broth, and season as desired.
- Working in batches, purée the vegetables and herbs in a blender with the broth and additional olive oil for two minutes until frothy and smooth. Pour into a bowl, and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings. Chill for several hours.
- Serve, garnishing with additional chives, tarragon and/or mint.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 260, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 915 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams
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FoleySploded
[email protected]This soup is not worth the effort. It's bland and uninspired.
Bekz Mate
[email protected]I found this soup to be too thick. I would add more water or broth to thin it out.
Mohamed Munsif
[email protected]This soup is a bit bland for my taste. I would add some more salt and pepper.
Richard Langin
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of peas, but I loved this soup. The flavors are so well-balanced.
Maleanie Joyner
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Muhammad Hussnain
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make. It's the perfect weeknight meal.
shixa fam
[email protected]I love the combination of peas, lettuce, and herbs in this soup. It's so unique and flavorful.
Keith Evans
[email protected]This soup is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect summer soup.
Farieda Miller
[email protected]This soup is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.
Sarah Kelley
[email protected]I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
Kareem oneBas
[email protected]This soup is a great make-ahead meal. It's even better the next day.
Jingu22 on yt
[email protected]This soup is so creamy and flavorful. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.
Samuel Amuwa
[email protected]I love the vibrant green color of this soup. It's so inviting and refreshing.
Fort tv
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover peas and lettuce. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Cyprian Litunda
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect soup to serve at a party or potluck.
Bp Skmaher007
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love that it's a healthy and refreshing way to cool down on a hot day.
technical saim
[email protected]I made this soup for a luncheon and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the pop of flavor from the herbs. I will definitely be making this again.
Ayesha Noori
[email protected]This chilled pea, lettuce, and herb soup is the epitome of summer in a bowl! It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I especially love the addition of fresh herbs, which really brighten up the dish.