Lettuce and Lovage Soup

A light, vibrant soup made by sweating onions, simmering lettuce and peas in stock, then blending with fresh lovage.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 131.6 kcals 526.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 16.3 grams 65.2 grams
Fat 4.2 grams 16.8 grams
Protein 7.1 grams 28.5 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
15
ml
Butter
or olive oil
Liquids
1
l
Chicken Stock
or vegetable stock
NutsSeeds
10
piece
Lovage Leaves
fresh, including garnish
4
sprig
Tarragon
alternative to lovage
1
1
Salt
to taste
1
1
Black Pepper
to taste
Vegetables
1
piece
Onion
medium, chopped
1
piece
Cos Lettuce
large, or 2 large butterhead, or outer leaves from four or more lettuces
250
g
Peas
shelled weight, fresh or frozen

Steps

  • Sweat the onion in butter or oil until soft.
  • Add the peas, lettuce, and 660ml of stock to the pot.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer for 4 to 6 minutes until peas are tender.
  • Remove from heat and add the lovage leaves or tarragon.
  • Blend with a hand blender until desired consistency is reached.
  • Thin the soup with the remaining 340ml of stock if needed.
  • Chill in the fridge to serve cold or reheat gently to serve hot.
  • Garnish each bowl with a lovage leaf or tarragon sprig before serving.