How To Make Courgette, Pea & Pesto Soup
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 courgettes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 cups of frozen peas
- 4 cups of vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons of pesto
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
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In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
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Add the diced courgettes and frozen peas to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, until they start to soften.
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Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, and bring to a simmer. Allow the soup to cook for another 15 minutes, or until the courgettes and peas are tender.
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Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool slightly. Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender, and blend until smooth.
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Return the soup to the pot and stir in the pesto. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Reheat the soup over low heat if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition
- Calories : 190kcal
- Total Fat : 7g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 937mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 26g
- Dietary Fiber : 7g
- Sugar : 10g
- Protein : 9g
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