Spring Pea Soup with Mint

Total time35 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time25 min

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Ingredients

4 servings

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
2 medium leeks, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced and rinsed
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
¼ tsp black pepper, plus more to taste
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
4 cups fresh or frozen peas
½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
¼ tsp ground turmeric

For serving

red pepper flakes, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add the leeks and a pinch of salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 6–8 minutes.
2
Add the garlic and turmeric and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute.

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