Creamy Pea and Rice Soup

Creamy Pea and Rice Soup is a comforting, hearty dish made from green peas, rice, and a creamy base, often flavored with onions, garlic, and herbs. It is a popular home-style soup found in various forms across European and North American cuisines, prized for its simplicity and satisfying texture.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This soup is a balanced source of carbohydrates from rice and peas, with moderate protein and healthy fats if prepared with butter or cream. It provides key nutrients like fiber, vitamin C, and potassium, with a typical serving containing around 250-350 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	300 kcal
Protein	10 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	6 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	600 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin K	25 mcg
Folate	80 mcg
Iron	2 mg
Magnesium	40 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Manganese	0.5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a classic example of 'peasant food' turned comfort dish, using affordable, shelf-stable ingredients to create a nourishing meal. Nutritionally, the combination of peas and rice provides a complementary amino acid profile, making it a satisfying plant-based protein source.