Light Green Vegetable Soup

• green onion↗1bunch

  chopped

• potato↗1large

  peeled and diced

• garlic clove↗1

  minced

• vegetable broth↗1l
• frozen peas↗250g g
• fresh spinach↗100g g
• natural yogurt↗300ml ml
• a few mint leaves

  basil leaves, cress or mixed, for serving

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place the green onions, potatoes and garlic in a large pot. Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

2. 2

   Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes, covered, or until the potatoes are soft enough to be mashed with the back of a spoon.

3. 3

   Add the peas and bring back to a gentle boil. Scoop out about 4 tbsp of peas and set aside for garnish.

4. 4

   Stir the spinach and yogurt in the pot, then carefully transfer the mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to blend until very smooth. Season with black pepper to taste.

5. 5

   Pour into bowls, then add a little of the reserved cooked peas and sprinkle with your favorite soft herbs or cress. Serve with crusty bread, if desired.