Green Pea-Spinach Soup Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexHealthy++
CuisineCourse
MethodDish
VegetarianMain Ingredient
Interest GroupHealthy

Ingredients

 Frozen green peas2 1⁄2 Cup (40 tbs)
 Chopped spinach3⁄4 Cup (12 tbs) (Fresh Or Thawed, Frozen)
 Chopped onion1⁄3 Cup (5.33 tbs)
 Non fat chicken broth2 1⁄2 Cup (40 tbs)
 Nonfat buttermilk1 1⁄2 Cup (24 tbs)
 Dried basil leaves1 Teaspoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 482 Calories from Fat 81

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 9 g14.1%

Saturated Fat 0.31 g1.6%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 1553.6 mg64.7%

Total Carbohydrates 83 g27.5%

Dietary Fiber 22.1 g88.3%

Sugars 25.7 g

Protein 24 g48.9%

Vitamin A 121.1% Vitamin C 267.4%

Calcium 23.8% Iron 46.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Combine green peas, onion, chicken broth, basil, and spinach in a saucepan.
Simmer for 15 minutes or until the onion is tender.
Transfer the green pea-spinach mixture to a blender or food processor and puree.
Return pureed mixture to saucepan.
Add buttermilk.
Heat for 5 minutes or until warmed through.
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