Green peas soup|Arabic dish

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade stock enhances flavor without extra cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and widely available.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: cauliflower

💰Cheaper: none

Cauliflower adds creaminess with fewer carbs.

fresh mint

🥗Healthier: dried mint

💰Cheaper: none

Dried mint is a cost-effective alternative.

Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in Quaker oat and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Pour in hot water and bring to a boil.

Add green peas and simmer for 10-15 minutes until peas are tender.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches.

Stir in lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh mint.

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