Pea and Leek Soup with Spiced Croutons and Fresh Mint

A vibrant pea and leek soup served with spicy golden croutons and finished with fresh chopped mint leaves.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 625.4 kcals 625.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 48.5 grams 48.5 grams
Fat 43.8 grams 43.8 grams
Protein 14.2 grams 14.2 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
1 person
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

GrainsCereals
1
slice
White Crusty Bread
Roughly torn
Liquids
200
ml
NutsSeeds
1
clove
Garlic
Finely chopped
1
1
Salt
To taste
1
1
Black Pepper
Freshly ground, to taste
1
handful
Mint
Fresh, roughly chopped
OilsFats
15
ml
Olive Oil
For the soup
30
ml
Olive Oil
For the croutons
Vegetables
0.5
piece
Onion
Chopped
1
piece
Leek
Chopped
150
g
Peas
Fresh

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • Heat oil in a saucepan and sauté the onion and leek for three minutes.
  • Add the garlic and fry for one minute.
  • Add peas and stock then simmer gently for five minutes.
  • Season the mixture with salt and black pepper.
  • Mix olive oil, cayenne pepper, and torn bread in a bowl.
  • Bake the bread on a baking sheet for eight minutes until crisp.
  • Serve the soup in a bowl topped with croutons and fresh mint.