Green pea soup is a bright and flavorful dish that brings a touch of spring to your table any time of year. Whether you’re using fresh peas during their short season or reaching for frozen ones in the freezer aisle, this soup always delivers a pop of color and a naturally sweet, earthy taste that’s hard to resist.
One of the best things about this soup is how quick and simple it is to make. With just a few ingredients, peas, onion, garlic, broth, and a splash of cream or milk, you can have a nourishing bowl of soup on the table in about 30 minutes. It’s the kind of recipe you’ll turn to when you want something cozy but light, especially on a busy weeknight or for a quick lunch.
To start, gently sauté onion and garlic in olive oil or butter until soft and fragrant. Then add the peas and broth, and let everything simmer for just a few minutes. Once the peas are tender, blend the soup until smooth and finish with a touch of cream or a swirl of yogurt for added richness. If you prefer a chunkier texture, you can blend only part of the soup and leave the rest as-is.
Season it with salt, pepper, and a handful of fresh herbs like mint, parsley, or basil for an extra burst of flavor. Mint in particular pairs beautifully with peas and adds a refreshing twist. For added protein and a heartier bowl, top the soup with crispy bacon, toasted nuts, or even a poached egg.
Green pea soup is perfect served warm with a slice of crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich, but it’s just as delicious chilled, making it ideal for warmer days. It’s also a great make-ahead recipe, as it stores well in the fridge for several days and can even be frozen.
Simple, healthy, and full of flavor, green pea soup is a staple worth adding to your regular rotation.
Ingredients
- 2 cups green peas fresh or frozen
- 1 leek sliced
- 1 stalk celery chopped
- 1 zucchini diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp ginger grated
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add leek, celery, and zucchini.
- Cook until vegetables are softened.
- Add peas, ginger, and garlic.
- Stir for a couple of minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cook until peas are tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.
The soup was okay but kind of bland. I think it needs more seasoning. Maybe some chili or something? Just my opinion.
I totally agree! A little bit of chili flakes can really kick it up a notch. I added some last time and it was much better!
Nah, I think it’s good as it is. It’s supposed to be light and fresh. If you want it spicy, just add hot sauce later.
OMG, I never liked peas but this soup is fire! 😍🔥
Too many ingredients for a soup, I only need like 3. Just peas and water.
How do you blend it without a blender? Can I use a fork? 😩
I followed the recipe but it looks nothing like the picture. What’s wrong?!
Maybe you didn’t blend it enough? That can make a big difference! Don’t worry, it happens.
Looks like you might have overcooked it or something. Just keep trying! 😅
Green what? lol I’m not even sure I like green soup but I tried it and surprisingly liked it! Who knew! 🙂
Used frozen peas and it still turned out nice! Cheap and quick to make. Good for busy nights.
Was expecting more flavor. I don’t think ginger and peas go together well. 1 star from me.
This soup is amazing! So fresh and tasty.
This soup is delicious and so easy to make! I added a bit of lemon for extra flavor. Yum!
Lemon in soup? That’s different! I usually just stick to the recipe, but I’m curious—does it really make a difference?
Okay soup but next time adding some chicken for flavor. 😂
Love this recipe! So refreshing and light. Perfect for springtime. Will definitely make it again.
I don’t know, it just seems like soooo many veggies. Can it really be good?
I don’t like peas… so I didn’t really enjoy this. My kid loved it though, so I guess it’s good for them, lol.
Glad your kid loved it! Peas can be a tough sell for some grown-ups. Maybe try adding some spices next time?
Peas are gross, I agree. This soup sounds healthy, but where’s the flavor? Needs some bacon or something!
Simple and healthy! My kids even ate it without fuss. Will definitely make again.
I forgot the ginger and it was still really good. Maybe even better without it? Idk.
This soup is absolutely delicious! I added a bit of cream for richness, and it turned out amazing! Definitely making it again. 😋
Easy recipe but it didn’t taste like much to me. Maybe I needed more salt??
Green peas? Why not red peas? Just saying. 🤷♂️
I was skeptical about the mint garnish, but it really adds a nice touch. Who knew mint and peas would work? Great recipe!
Not a huge fan of soup, but this one is not bad. Could use some croutons or bacon on top.
Is it supposed to be this green? Looks kinda weird but tastes great.
Really didn’t turn out well for me. The texture was all wrong and way too watery. Maybe I did something wrong.
The instructions were easy to follow. My kids loved it! 👏
I used frozen peas and it still came out great! Didn’t have mint leaves tho, but it was okay.
Healthy and delicious! I added some croutons on top. Yum!
That sounds great! Croutons must add a nice crunch! I’ll try that next time.
Three stars because my peas were taking forever to get tender. I guess my freezer peas were older. Tastes fine once cooked though.
So easy and fast to make! Perfect for a busy weeknight. Thanks for sharing!
I dunno, looks a bit bland to me. I need more spices for my soup!
I totally agree! This recipe is a lifesaver on those hectic nights.
This is disgusting. Who puts ginger in pea soup? Creepy flavor, ugh.
Green peas? Gonna pass. I don’t trust green food, it’s weird. 🤷♂️
Not bad but why blend it? I like mine chunky! Maybe next time I’ll leave some peas whole.
This soup was a hit with my kids! They loved the sweetness of the peas. I added a little lemon juice for extra zing.
Not bad, but I’m confused about blending—like do you blend everything including the mint? I skipped mint into the soup because I assumed garnish meant after. Texture was fine though.
Not sure why everyone loves this recipe. It tastes kinda bland. Maybe I did something wrong?
This soup is amazing! So fresh and full of flavor. I’ll definitely make it again!
I used canned peas and it turned out gooey. Fresh peas look better but I just wasn’t sure!
Green peas in soup? What’s next, broccoli ice cream? Nah not for me!
I actually think the green peas add a nice sweetness! They really work in this soup. Give it a try!
This is so good! 🤤 Simple and healthy. I added some croutons for crunch!
Tried it but was kinda bland, maybe needs more garlic or something. Not my fav.
This soup is delish! I made it for lunch and my kids loved it too! Definitely a keeper. 🌱
I couldn’t find mint leaves, so I used parsley instead. Still tasted good!
Too many veggies! It’s a soup, not a salad!
This soup is so comforting—green peas + mint is a surprisingly great combo. I used frozen peas and it turned out silky after blending.
Easy enough for a weeknight. I used frozen peas and it still worked great. Only thing: I needed a bit more salt than “to taste” implies, but that might be my broth being bland.
Is ginger necessary? I thought it made it taste weird… just me? 🤷♂️
I dunno, the ginger and mint just don’t mix well together for me. It was okay, but not my favorite.
Peas in soup? Sounds weird. Is that a thing? I guess I’ll try it but not hopeful.
Yum! I added a splash of lemon juice, it brought out the flavors. Highly recommend!
Okay but who needs ginger AND garlic? lol. I kept both and it was still tasty—just assertive. Next time I’ll go a bit lighter on the ginger.
This soup is amazing! So fresh and light. I love the mint garnish!
I tried this and it tasted kinda… flat. Maybe my zucchini was too watery? I added extra garlic and a squeeze of lemon at the end and it got better, but the original version wasn’t wow for me.
Easy and quick to make! My kids loved it, will definitely make again.
I can’t eat celery because of allergies, so I left it out. Still turned out great! 🍵
So easy to make! I added some chili flakes for a kick. Yum! 🤤
Pretty solid flavor. I added a squeeze of lemon at the end and it really brightened it up. Would make again.
Interesting. I didn’t think lemon would fit with ginger/peas, but if you say it brightens it up I’ll give it a shot. Also, mint on top is underrated.
Glad you liked it! A little lemon at the end is such a good move—totally makes the peas taste fresher. I’ll try that next time.
How can you even call this a soup? It’s just green mush! I prefer my soups chunky.
I used frozen peas and skipped the mint because I don’t like it. Still turned out yummy!
Glad you enjoyed it! Frozen peas are super handy. Do you think it would taste even better with mint?
Yummy soup but no mint? That’s kinda weird! Mint gives it a freshness, you know? But to each their own, I guess.
Easiest recipe ever! I just tossed everything in my instapot. It was done in 20 mins! Definitely making it again.
mint makes it! super good
Really comforting and surprisingly bright flavor. The ginger + mint combo is such a good idea—tastes like something you’d get at a nice café. I blended it super smooth and it came out silky.
Yes!! Ginger + mint sounds a little weird at first but it’s totally the combo. Also love that you blended it silky—that’s the best texture for this soup.
Not bad, but I think 4 cups broth might be too much. It ended up more like a thin puree than a thick soup for me.
I followed the steps but mine tasted a little bland until I salted more than it says. Also blending took longer than expected.
The texture was perfect—no chunks after using an immersion blender. Mint on top is chef’s kiss.
I didn’t have leek so I used onion. It came out okay, but I feel like the leek sweetness is important.
I tried blending carefully but the hot soup splattered a bit. Be careful! Flavor was good though—very fresh tasting.
This feels kinda too healthy to be fun 😂 but I actually loved it. Next time I might add some cream to make it richer.
Right? I thought it’d be bland, but it’s actually really comforting. The ginger + mint combo is such a nice twist. Will definitely make again!
Too healthy… but I get it 😂 I’ve tried something similar and I swear it needed a little butter or cream to make it feel “soup-y” instead of just veggies. Your idea makes sense.