Green Garlic and Pea Soup with Whipped Cream - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Green Garlic and Pea Soup with Whipped Cream is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by The Bon Appétit Test Kitchen The key to a vibrant green (not khaki) soup: Bring the water up to a boil quickly over high heat, and err on undercooking the peas to preserve their color.

Ingredients

2 bunches green garlic (about 1 pound)
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
2 cups shelled fresh peas (from about 2 pounds pods) or frozen peas, thawed
1/3 cup heavy cream

Instructions

Cut dark-green tops from green garlic and slice crosswise 1/2" thick; slice bulbs and pale-green stalks crosswise 1/4" thick.
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add bulbs and stalks, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring often, until beginning to soften, 8 –10 minutes. Add tops and cook, stirring often, until soft, about 3 minutes.
Add 4 cups water to saucepan and bring to a boil. Add peas, reduce heat, and simmer gently until peas are bright green and tender, about 5 minutes.
Let cool slightly, then purée soup in a blender with remaining 2 tablespoons oil, adding water to thin if needed, until smooth. Strain soup through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean saucepan, pressing on solids; season with salt and pepper. Reheat briefly (to preserve color) before serving.
Beat cream with a whisk in a medium bowl to soft peaks; season with salt and pepper. Serve soup with a swirl of whipped cream.
DO AHEAD: Soup can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Green Garlic and Pea Soup with Whipped Cream good for PCOS?

Yes, this Green Garlic and Pea Soup with Whipped Cream recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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