Chilled Summer Lettuce, Lovage and Garden Pea Soup

May 07, 2023May 7, 20230 1

Chilled and refreshing summer soup made with lettuce, lovage and garden peas

Chilled Summer Lettuce, Lovage and Garden Pea Soup

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

150 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 -5 medium spring onions , trimmed and chopped
	butter or olive oil
	1 large cos lettuce or 2 large butterhead lettuce
	250 g fresh garden peas or 250 g frozen peas
	1 liter vegetable stock
	5 -6 leaves fresh lovage , leaves ( plus 4 more to garnish )
	salt and pepper
	cream , for garnish ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

120

Sugar

Fat

This chilled soup is the perfect dish for a hot summer day. Made with fresh lettuce, garden peas and lovage, it's light and refreshing, and packed full of flavor. The soup is easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making it a great option for a summer dinner party. Serve with a crusty bread roll for a simple, yet satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, melt the butter or heat olive oil over medium heat.
2.	Add the spring onions and sauté until soft.
3.	Add the lettuce leaves and cook until wilted.
4.	Add the peas, vegetable stock and fresh lovage leaves.
5.	Season with salt and pepper.
6.	Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook for about 20 minutes.
7.	Remove the soup from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
8.	Transfer the soup to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
9.	Chill the soup in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
10.	Serve the chilled soup with a dollop of cream and fresh lovage leaves as garnish.

PROS

Refreshing and perfect for summer.
Can be made with fresh or frozen peas.
Easy to make and can be prepared in advance.

CONS

Not suitable for those who do not like cold soups.
May not be filling enough as a meal on its own.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is low in calories and full of nutrients. Lettuce is high in fiber and vitamin C, while peas are a good source of plant-based protein, vitamins and minerals. Lovage is also a good source of antioxidants, which help to protect the body from damage caused by free radicals.