Air Fryer Pea and Mint Soup
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Air Fryer Pea and Mint Soup has become my go-to when I want a quick bowl of something bright and flavorful. Vibrantly green and silky smooth, it’s made with sweet peas, fresh mint, zesty lime juice, and a savory garlic and onion base for a soup that’s light, fresh, and absolutely delicious. No stovetop needed, and it comes together in just minutes.
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I make this for spring lunches, Easter gatherings, and light weeknight dinners when I want a quick homemade soup that always gets compliments for its gorgeous green color and fresh, bright flavor. The air fryer does all the work without a single pot on the stove, which is a huge win for easy cleanup. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently or serve chilled.
Ingredients You’ll Need
You’ll need all the ingredients shown in the photograph below.
How to Make Air Fryer Pea and Mint Soup with Step-By-Step Instructions
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One air fryer, fresh ingredients, and a silky green soup in no time. Here’s exactly how to make mint pea soup in your air fryer.
Soften the Onion in the Air Fryer
Add the olive oil and chopped onion in an oven-safe bowl, then pop it into the air fryer. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 7 minutes, stirring regularly so the onion cooks evenly and stays golden, not burnt.
Add the Garlic
When the onion is soft, stir in the minced garlic and air fry for just 1 minute. Watch carefully because garlic can go from golden to brown in no time. Soon, a delicious savory aroma will fill the air fryer.
Add the Peas, Stock, and Lime
Now add peas along with the vegetable stock and refreshing lime juice. Season generously with salt and pepper, combine everything, and bake for another 5 minutes.
The peas will cook through quickly and the stock will start to warm and absorb all those garlic and onion flavors. I like using this good quality liquid measuring cup because it makes pouring the stock cleanly so much easier without spillage.
Add the Mint and Blend Until Smooth
Remove the bowl from the air fryer and add in the chopped fresh mint leaves. Carefully transfer everything into a blender and process on high until completely smooth and silky. A professional-grade blender gives you an ultra-smooth, restaurant-quality texture rather than a slightly grainy result.
If you’re using an immersion blender, blend for a bit longer to make sure you get a consistently smooth finish. Take a moment to taste and adjust seasonings before serving.
Serve With Bread
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve alongside slices of crusty bread for dipping. A bread knife with a serrated blade makes slicing through a fresh loaf cleanly without crushing it. The bright green color of the soup looks incredible in the bowl, and the mint and lime keep it tasting fresh and vibrant right to the last spoonful. Serve and ejoy!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 3 cups frozen peas
- 2 cups vegetable stock
- 1 lime juiced
- ¼ cup mint leaves chopped
- Salt and pepper
- Bread slices
Instructions
- Mix the oil and the onion in an oven safe bowl, place it in the air fryer and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 7 minutes, stirring regularly to ensure the onion does not burn.2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion
- Add the garlic and bake for 1 minute.2 garlic cloves
- Add the frozen peas, lime juice, and vegetable stock. Season with salt and pepper, then bake for 5 more minutes.3 cups frozen peas, 2 cups vegetable stock, 1 lime, Salt and pepper
- Add the mint and blend until smooth.¼ cup mint leaves
- Serve with bread slices and enjoy.Bread slices
Notes
- Stir the onion regularly: The air fryer heats quickly, so the onion edges can burn if unattended. Stir every 2 minutes in the first step to keep them evenly golden, not scorched.
- Watch the garlic closely: Garlic only needs one minute at 180°C. Any longer and it will turn bitter, affecting the soup. Set a timer and remove the tray as soon as it smells fragrant.
- Use frozen peas straight from the freezer: No need to thaw. Add frozen peas straight to the hot stock; they’ll cook in 5 minutes and help keep the soup bright and vibrant once blended.
- Add mint only after cooking: Stirring the mint off the heat preserves its fresh, bright flavor and vivid green color. Heating it too soon quickly destroys the delicate oils, so timing is key.
- Adjust the lime to taste: The juice of one lime is a guideline, not a rule. Taste the soup and add more for extra brightness, or use less if your lime is especially sharp.
- Freeze flat for easy storage: Pour the cooled soup into zip-lock freezer bags, seal, and lay flat on a baking sheet to freeze. Once solid, stand the bags upright to save space, and they thaw much faster than a bulky container.
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How to Store Leftovers
Let the soup cool slightly before storing, then transfer it into an airtight glass food storage container and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally, and add a small splash of vegetable stock or water if it’s thickened up too much in the fridge.
For longer storage, freeze the soup in individual portions using these souper cubes for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently on the stovetop. The texture holds up well after freezing thanks to the smooth blended consistency, so it tastes just as fresh and vibrant the second time around.
What to Serve With Air Fryer Pea and Mint Soup
Crusty bread is the perfect choice here. Whether it’s a thick slice of sourdough, a warm baguette, slices of French bread, or toasted white bread rubbed with a little olive oil, you want something sturdy enough to hold up to dipping without falling apart in the bowl.
If you want to turn the soup into something more substantial, serve it alongside a simple green salad or a grilled cheese sandwich. A lightly dressed salad of cucumber, lemon, and herbs complements the fresh flavor profile without competing with it, and grilled cheese adds richness and comfort that makes the whole meal feel a little more satisfying.
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