Spring Pea and Mint Soup

Easy Recipe, Fancy Taste

Hey there, Wellkulå Friend!

Celebrate the arrival of spring with a bowl of Spring Pea and Mint Soup. This vibrant, refreshing dish highlights the natural sweetness of fresh peas paired with the cool, aromatic flavor of mint. Enriched with creamy avocado and brightened with a hint of lemon, this soup is as nutritious as it is delightful. It’s the perfect starter or light meal to revitalize your senses and keep your wellness goals on track.

#Cellcare ingredient health benefits

GREEN PEAS | PLANT-BASED PROTEIN AND FIBER

Green peas are an excellent source of plant-based protein, dietary fiber, and essential vitamins like K and C. They support digestive health, help regulate blood sugar, and provide a natural sweetness to dishes.

MINT | DIGESTIVE SUPPORT AND REFRESHMENT

Mint is known for its cooling and calming properties. It aids digestion, reduces bloating, and provides antioxidants that combat free radicals. Its fresh flavor uplifts and rejuvenates.

AVOCADO | HEALTHY FATS AND CREAMINESS

Avocado brings a creamy texture to the soup while offering healthy monounsaturated fats, potassium, and vitamins E and C. It supports heart health, promotes glowing skin, and helps maintain energy levels.

LEMON | VITAMIN C BOOSTER

Lemons are packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, which enhance immunity, support collagen production, and add a zesty brightness to dishes.

VEGETABLE BROTH | NUTRIENT-RICH BASE

A quality vegetable broth provides depth of flavor and essential nutrients from slow-cooked vegetables, making it a perfect base for soups and stews.

WELLKHANA KITCHEN RECIPE

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups fresh or frozen green peas

  • 1 medium avocado, peeled and pitted

  • 2 cups vegetable broth

  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, packed

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • Juice of 1 lemon

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Optional: coconut yogurt or cashew cream for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the base | In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa and lentils.

  2. Add vegetables and herbs | Add the diced cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and cilantro to the bowl.

  3. Make the dressing | In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, turmeric, cumin, salt, and pepper.

  4. Toss the salad | Pour the dressing over the quinoa and lentil mixture, and toss to combine.

  5. Garnish and serve | Garnish with pomegranate seeds if desired, and serve immediately or chilled.

Easy, Delicious, and Nutritious

This Spring Pea and Mint Soup is a celebration of fresh, seasonal ingredients that nourish your body while delighting your taste buds. It’s simple to prepare, packed with nutrients, and perfect for any time you crave a light yet satisfying meal. Whether served warm or chilled, this soup will leave you feeling refreshed and energized.

Until next time, Dr. Monisha


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by Dr. Monisha Bhanote

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About the Author

Monisha Bhanote, MD, FCAP, ABOIM, is one of the few quintuple board-certified physicians in the nation. She combines ancient wisdom with mind-body science to naturally bio-hack the human body through her expertise as a cytopathologist, functional culinary medicine specialist, and integrative lifestyle medicine doctor. Known as the Wellbeing Doctor, Dr. Bhanote has diagnosed over one million cancer cases, provides health programs at DrBhanote.com, and leads wellness workshops and retreats worldwide. Featured in Shape, Reader’s Digest, and Martha Stewart Living, Dr. Bhanote serves on several clinical advisory boards and is a go-to health and wellness expert for Healthline, Psych Central, and Medical News Today.