Chilled Sweet Pea and Watercress Soup

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Photo: Marcus Nilsson
Prep Time
15 Mins
Other Time
10 Mins
Yield
Makes 4 servings
By Sara Quessenberry
April 2007
RECIPE BY Real Simple

Ingredients

  • 2 16-ounce bags frozen peas, thawed
  • 1 small bunch watercress, leaves only
  • 1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 1 1/4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Nutritional Information

  • Calories 209
  • Caloriesfromfat 34%
  • Fat 8g
  • Satfat 3g
  • Cholesterol 19mg
  • Sodium 922mg
  • Carbohydrate 20g
  • Fiber 14g
  • Sugars 13g
  • Protein 16g

How to Make It

Place the peas, watercress, parsley, broth, sour cream, salt, and pepper in a blender. Puree until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until cool, 5 to 10 minutes. Divide among individual bowls.

Tip: For an extra bit of protein, stir in 1 cup frozen shelled edamame that has been thawed.

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Ratings & Reviews

Kennyboy's Review

Kennyboy
September 18, 2011
this was "just OK." Maybe I didn't blend enough, but found the texture a bit gritty and unpleasant. Also, the flavor is very subtle, and I prefer bolder flavors.