Spring Pea and Parmesan Soup Recipe
If your spring needs a glow-up, this soup has you covered—green, gorgeous, and full of flavor without trying too hard. Sweet peas? Darling. Vegan parmesan? Still better than your ex. It’s creamy without the cream, chic without the calories, and warm enough to trick your soul into feeling hugged. You’ll be sipping this and feeling like a French countryside heiress with a Pinterest board. And yes, it’s vegan—because peas deserve to shine without cow drama. Pair with crusty bread and judgmental eye rolls for anyone still microwaving canned soup.
Spring Pea and Parmesan Soup Recipe
This creamy, dreamy vegan soup blends spring peas, plant-based parmesan, fresh herbs, and a hint of lemon for a bright, velvety finish.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 3 cups fresh or frozen peas
- ½ cup unsweetened plant-based milk like almond or oat
- ⅓ cup vegan parmesan grated
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh mint or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Add chopped onion and sauté for 5–6 minutes until soft, like your last situationship.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute—don’t burn it unless drama is your thing.
- Pour in broth and peas, bring to a gentle boil, then lower to a simmer for 10 minutes.
- Blend the soup using a blender or immersion blender until smooth and smug.
- Stir in plant milk, vegan parmesan, and lemon juice.
- Simmer 5 more minutes. Taste. Adjust seasoning like you adjust your attitude.
- Ladle into bowls, top with herbs, serve, and accept your culinary crown.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 180
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 35%
- Vitamin C: 70%
- Iron: 15%
- Folate: 25%
- Calcium: 8%
Tips to Boost Flavor & Sass
- Use fresh peas if you’re feeling like a garden goddess.
- Add a pinch of crushed red pepper for heat—because boring is not on today’s menu.
- Swirl in coconut milk instead of plant milk for added richness.
- Garnish with microgreens if you need Instagram likes.
- Pair with a glass of white wine and no apologies.
