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Green Pea Soup with Crispy Prosciutto

Healthy Green Pea Soup topped with a dollop of yogurt and crispy prosciutto. This soup is packed with goodness made from frozen peas, zucchini, and garlic. Serve with some chargrilled ciabatta and black pepper.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4 - 6 servings
Calories: 176 kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 leek roughly chopped
  • 3 medium sized zucchini (courgettes) grated
  • 6 cups vegetable or chicken stock (1.5 litres)
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 4 cups frozen peas (400g)
  • salt and pepper to season
Optional toppings
  • 4 lices prosciutto
  • plain or greek yogurt

Instructions

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  1. Finely chop the leek and sauté in a deep saucepan until soft, add the garlic and sauté for another minute.
  2. Add the grated zucchini and saute for 2 minutes then add the stock. Bring to a boil and then simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Add the peas a good pinch of salt and pepper and simmer for another 5 minutes. Using a had blender blitz it all until smooth and creamy.
  4. Serve in bowls with a dollop of plain or Greek yogurt and crispy prosciutto.
To make crispy prosciutto
  1. Lay slices of cured prosciutto on a baking tray and place under a broiler (grill UK) until crispy. You can also fry it in a frying pan for a couple of minutes.

Nutrition Information

Calories 176kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 1434mg (60%) Potassium 778mg (22%) Fiber 9g (36%) Sugar 16g (32%) Vitamin A 2525IU (51%) Vitamin C 87mg (97%) Calcium 76mg (8%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4- 6 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 176

% Daily Value*

Calories 176kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 1434mg 60%
Potassium 778mg 17%
Fiber 9g 36%
Sugar 16g 32%
Vitamin A 2525IU 51%
Vitamin C 87mg 97%
Calcium 76mg 8%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.