Cold Pea Soup with Herbed Oil Swirl
Cold Pea Soup with Herbed Oil Swirl is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Melt butter in a large heavy pot over medium heat.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionMelt butter in a large heavy pot over medium heat.
Add onion and cook, stirring often, until softened but not browned, 6–8 minutes.
Add 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 2 cups water, stir to combine, and bring to a boil.
Add peas and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, about 2 minutes.
Remove pot from heat and stir in yogurt.
Purée soup in a blender or in the pot using an immersion blender, thinning with water if soup is too thick, until smooth.
Season with salt and pepper and let cool to room temperature.
Transfer to a resealable container, cover, and chill at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
Divide soup among bowls and top each with a swirl of Herbed Olive Oil.
The soup can be made and chilled for up to 2 days.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.