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Healthy Cold High-Protein Avocado Green Pea Soup

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A quick, easy, and refreshing cold soup blending creamy avocado and sweet green peas, packed with protein and perfect for warm weather.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (300g) frozen green peas
  • 1 medium ripe avocado
  • ½ cup (120ml) Greek yogurt (plain full-fat or dairy-free coconut yogurt for vegan)
  • 1 cup (240ml) vegetable broth (low-sodium, vegan if preferred)
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) fresh lemon juice
  • A small handful fresh mint leaves
  • 1 stalk green onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 2 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients (5 minutes): Measure 2 cups (300g) frozen peas and rinse under cold water to defrost slightly. Halve, pit, and scoop out the flesh of 1 ripe avocado. Chop 1 green onion and roughly chop a small handful of fresh mint leaves.
  2. Blend the Base (3-4 minutes): In a blender or food processor, combine peas, avocado, Greek yogurt, vegetable broth, lemon juice, chopped mint, and green onion. Add 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more broth or cold water if too thick.
  3. Season to Taste (2 minutes): Add salt and freshly ground black pepper gradually. Blend again briefly to incorporate. Adjust lemon juice or seasonings as needed.
  4. Chill the Soup (at least 30 minutes): Transfer soup to a covered container and refrigerate to develop fresh flavors. Can serve immediately over ice cubes if in a hurry.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Pour into chilled bowls. Sprinkle toasted pumpkin seeds or extra chopped mint on top for texture and color.

Notes

Use ripe but not overripe avocado for best texture. Adjust thickness with broth or water. Chill soup before serving for best flavor. For vegan version, substitute Greek yogurt with dairy-free yogurt and ensure broth is vegan. Toast pumpkin seeds for garnish. Blend in batches if blender overheats.

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