When I was a child, I was a picky eater. There were so many things I didn't like, especially plant based foods and now I'm vegan. Funny, right? So if somebody tells me that he/she couldn't be vegan, I tell him/her that if I could go vegan, he/she can as well!
Peas were one of those foods I didn't enjoy and now I love them so much. I haven't tried pea puree until I was in London last month and I'm obsessed with it. I've developed my own recipe and is so simple and tastes so good... You guys need to give it a try!
As it's quite thick, you can also eat it as a dip, especially if you add less water. If you love soups, add more water or even some vegetable broth to get a lighter consistency, but in that case, add the water or broth hot.
Tips:
- I've never made this recipe using fresh peas, but I think it should work.
- Add any healthy fat instead of the avocado.
- Feel free to add your favorite herbs and spices.
Pea Puree
This pea puree is ready in 15 minutes and is really easy to make. I'm obsessed with this amazing recipe. It's the perfect side!
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2-4 1x
- Category: Entrées, Sides & Main Dishes, Gluten Free
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen peas (280 g)
- ¼ cup water at room temperature (65 ml)
- ½ avocado
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
- The juice of half a lemon
Instructions
- Cook the peas according to package directions.
- Drain the peas and place them in a blender or food processor with the rest of the ingredients.
- Blend until smooth.
- Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ of the recipe
- Calories: 213
- Sugar: 7.9 g
- Sodium: 443.4 g
- Fat: 8.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 11.9 g
- Protein: 12.3 g
Keywords: pea puree, green puree, healthy puree
Gerry says
What can I use as a substitute for nutritional yeast?
Iosune Robles says
Hi Gerry! You can omit this ingredient 🙂 Hope you like our Pea Puree!
Emi says
Just made this! Thank you for the quick and delicious recipe.
★★★★★
Iosune says
Hi Emi! You're so welcome 🙂
Adrienne says
Hello. I am allergic to avocados and was told to try to make a pea purée as a substitute. What healthy fat do you recommend substituting the avocado for in your recipe?
Iosune says
Hi Adrienne! I would use coconut milk or any nut butter instead 🙂
Melinda says
Hi. Could you tell me what is on the purée in the photo? Also, do you serve it at room temperature or warmed? I am looking forward to making this - it looks delicious!
Iosune says
Hi Melinda! I added some soy yogurt, chia seeds and basil leaves 🙂 I serve it hot. Hope you like it!
jessie says
I made this pea puree for dinner this evening and it was the best I have tried.
Love it. Thank you for sharing.
Iosune says
Hi Jessie! You're so welcome 🙂 So glad you liked it so much!
Frances says
I made this to a friends home for Easter Day with this recipe and adding a "no mayo" potatoe salad was quite a success. It just goes to show you that you don't have to have meat or any dairy products. Thank!
Iosune says
Hi Frances! I'm so glad you liked it 🙂 Have a nice week!