Green Peas and Mint Soup ( Healthy Heart)

by Tarla Dalal

Green Peas and Mint Soup, an unusual combination and easy to make.. The fibre-rich green peas help to decrease blood cholesterol levels.

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This unusual combination of green peas and mint may surprise you, but this is one of the most appreciated recipes that I make. And it is so easy to prepare too!! The wealth of this soup lies in the fibre-rich green peas and which help to decrease blood cholesterol levels.

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Green Peas and Mint Soup ( Healthy Heart) recipe - How to make Green Peas and Mint Soup ( Healthy Heart)

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Preparation Time: 10 mins Cooking Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins 2Makes 2 servings
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Ingredients

3/4 cup fresh green peas
1 tsp oil
1/4 cup chopped onions
1 tsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun)
salt and freshly ground black pepper (kalimirch) to taste
1 1/2 tsp of cornflour dissolved in 1 tbsp of water
1 tbsp finely chopped mint leaves (phudina)

Method

Heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan and sauté the onions on a medium flame for 30 seconds.
Add the garlic and sauté for a few more seconds.
Add the green peas and 2 cups of water, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
Allow it to cool and blend in a mixer to a smooth purée.
Transfer into a pan, add cornflour-water mixture, salt, pepper and mint, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
Serve hot.