LEMONY PEA AND SPINACH SOUP
This verdant soup has nuance: Celery, leeks and vermouth provide grassy notes, just subtle enough so as not to obscure the delicate flavor of the peas. Bright and sunny - and hearty and comforting with the optional addition of pasta - it tastes like spring, but can be prepared perennially. Unlike many one-note blended pea soups, this one celebrates textures and flavors: Divide your soup across several bowls, then add a spoonful of pasta and a dollop of crème fraîche for bright tanginess. Because this light soup is vegetable-based, drizzle it with plenty of olive oil, for richness, and pile on as many fresh herbs as you can. Lemon zest is a garnish, but nonnegotiable for this dish to sparkle.
Provided by Alexa Weibel
Categories soups and stews, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large pot, heat 1/4 cup oil over medium. Add the leeks and celery, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in the vermouth and garlic, and cook until the liquid evaporates, about 3 minutes. Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil over high.
- Once it comes to a boil, add the frozen peas and cook, stirring occasionally, just until tender, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat, then stir in the spinach until wilted. Stir in the parsley.
- Working in batches, transfer to a high-power blender and purée until creamy. (A food processor or immersion blender would work as well, though may take a little longer.) Return to the pot and season to taste with salt and pepper. (Makes about 12 cups.)
- Divide among bowls. Add pasta, if using, then top with a dollop of crème fraiche. Drizzle generously - nay, recklessly! - with olive oil. Sprinkle with a pile of herbs; grate fresh lemon zest on top; and serve immediately.
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Tyler Mendoza
[email protected]This soup is very disappointing. I would not recommend it.
Manzi Justin
[email protected]This soup is very boring. I would recommend adding more interesting ingredients.
Ugwunna Uche
[email protected]This soup is very unhealthy. I would recommend using healthier ingredients.
Leseka Lebusa
[email protected]This soup is very difficult to make. I would recommend using a simpler recipe.
Josh Heiberger
[email protected]This soup is very time-consuming to make. I would recommend using a slow cooker or a pressure cooker.
Shingisai Mutsamba
[email protected]This soup is very expensive to make. I would recommend using cheaper ingredients.
Bob Dugan
[email protected]This soup is very thick. I would recommend adding more liquid.
Ahmed Ali Ghumro
[email protected]This soup is very watery. I would recommend simmering it for longer to reduce the liquid.
Ibrahim Shakh
[email protected]This soup is very bland. I would recommend adding more spices or herbs.
Mohammad Haider
[email protected]This soup is a bit too sour for my taste. I would recommend using less lemon juice.
SADHIK MUNNA
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this soup. The lemon flavor really balances out the spinach.
Sojib Boss
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the bright green color and the lemony flavor.
Josh Aldridge
[email protected]I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. It's a great way to have a hot meal ready when you get home from work.
Richard du Preez
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I often add whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always turns out delicious.
Ali Chundrigar
[email protected]I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add different vegetables or herbs to change up the flavor.
Zizo Mohamed
[email protected]This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and the lemon flavor really brightens it up.
kazhan 2007
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great soup to serve for a crowd because it's so easy to make.
Oliver Alway
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very easy to make, which is a bonus.
Vicki Miller
[email protected]I made this soup for my family last night and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up.
Damilola Arewa
[email protected]This soup is so flavorful and delicious! I love the combination of lemon, peas, and spinach.