Cold Minted Pea Soup

1 hours Prep: 15 minutes Cook: 15 minutes

114 calories per serving view nutrition facts

1 batch suggest servings

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Ingredients

2	tablespoons	olive oil
1/4	cup	onion	finely chopped
2	cups	boston lettuce	washed, finely chopped
2	cups	water
1	package	green peas	thawed
1/4	cup	mint leaves	washed
2	cups	water	teor heavy cream, ice cold
1/4	cup	chives	snipped
1	x	salt and black pepper
1	x	yogurt	plain, for garnish, optional

Directions

In a saucepan heat the olive oil.

When hot, add the onion, cover and simmer gently for about 3 to 4 minutes or until tender.

Add the lettuce and stir just until wilted.

Add the 2 cups of water and peas and bring just to a boil and cook for 3 to 4 minutes.

Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.

Puree through a food mill or in a food processor with the mint, then add enough ice water or cream to thin to the desired consistency.

Chill until serving time.

Before serving, adjust the seasoning and serve garnished with chives and yogurt if you wish.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 344g

Amount per Serving

Calories 114 53% of calories from fat

	% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.0g	10%
Saturated Fat 1.0g	5%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 216mg	9%
Total Carbohydrate 11.0g	4%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g	16%
Sugars 4.0g
Protein 4.0g	8%

Vitamin A	45%		Vitamin C	14%
Calcium	4%		Iron	8%

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

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