Lemon Zested Pea Soup

Name: Lemon Zested Pea Soup
Ingredients: 1 pound frozen peas (or fresh); 1 cup celery, diced; 1/2 red onion, diced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cups water; 1 cup white wine; 1/4 cup fresh parsley; 1-2 teaspoons lemon zest; juice of 1 lemon

9 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

1 pound frozen peas (or fresh)
1 cup celery, diced
1/2 red onion, diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups water
1 cup white wine
1/4 cup fresh parsley
1-2 teaspoons lemon zest
juice of 1 lemon

Directions

1

Heat olive oil in medium dutch oven/pot. Add celery and onion and saute until soft and aromatic.
2

Add frozen peas, water and wine. Bring to a boil and simmer until peas are cooked and bright green, about 7 minutes.
3

Cool slightly and puree with an immersion blender (or regular blender). Add salt and pepper to taste, along with lemon juice and zest. Stir in freshly chopped parsley. Garnish with cracked black pepper, crushed walnuts, and additional parsley if desired. Serve warm.