Green Pea Soup with a Poached Egg

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Green Pea Soup with a Poached Egg is a comforting, rustic dish featuring a vibrant, smooth or chunky soup made from sweet green peas, often enhanced with herbs like mint or dill. A perfectly poached egg is nestled on top, adding a rich, creamy element when the yolk breaks. This simple yet elegant combination is popular in various European cuisines, particularly in British and Scandinavian home cooking.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a balanced source of nutrients, offering a good mix of carbohydrates from the peas, protein from the egg, and healthy fats, especially if butter or cream is used. It's particularly rich in fiber, vitamins A, C, and K, and minerals like iron and folate, with a typical serving containing around 250-350 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	14 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	11 g
Fiber	8 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	650 mg
Vitamin K	45 mcg
Folate	120 mcg
Vitamin A	800 IU
Vitamin C	15 mg
Iron	3 mg
Potassium	550 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Vitamin B12	0.6 mcg

Per 1.5 cups (360 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this soup represents a classic example of 'peasant food' elevated to comfort cuisine, using affordable, seasonal ingredients to create a satisfying meal. Nutritionally, the combination of plant-based protein from peas with the complete protein from the egg creates a more complete amino acid profile, making it a surprisingly robust vegetarian option.