Asparagus And Green Pea Soup [Bulkbites.com]

• Servings: 1
• Time: 20 minutes

This is a quick-cooking, ideal soup for dinner. Asparagus and green pea combine well and makes a nice, thick, green colored soup, rich in protein, fiber and micro-nutrients. Green pea is a good source of protein and fiber. While asparagus has innumerable health benefits, it is a rich source of vitamin A, E and K. It contains great anti- inflammatory properties and antioxidants. It is also a good source of protein and fiber. This nutritious soup is capable of boosting the immune system. Serve the soup with a slice of bread to turn it into a complete, healthy meal.

Nutrition

• calories: 210
• protein: 11
• carbs: 32
• fat: 6
• saturated fat: 0.86
• polyunsaturated fat: 0.85
• monounsaturated fat: 3.37
• cholesterol: 0
• sodium: 1244
• potassium: 567
• dietary fiber: 10.59
• sugars: 11.26
• vitamin a: 191
• vitamin c: 32
• calcium: 92
• iron: 6
• magnesium: 0
• complex carbs: 10.15
• other fats: 0.92

Ingredients

• 1 cup Peas, green, frozen, unprepared
• 1 cup Asparagus, raw
• 1 cup SWANSON BROTH, Vegetable Broth
• 1 1 cup Water
• 1 4-5 leaves Mint Leaves, green, raw
• 1 dash Salt, table
• 1 tbsp, ground Spices, pepper, black
• 1 tsp Oil, olive, salad or cooking

Instructions

• Heat the oil in a sauce pan over medium heat.
• Add the green pea and asparagus. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
• Add water and vegetable stock. Bring to a boil and reduce the heat to simmer for 10 minutes.
• Add the mint leaves, salt and pepper. Remove from the heat and then blend until smooth.
• Serve warm along with toasted bread.