Creamy Vegan Green Pea Soup (Whole30) (Edit recipe)

Stovetop Method

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat.
2. Add garlic and green onions. and cook stirring until softened, about 3 minutes.
3. Add peas, broth, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 4-5 minutes until the peas are tender.
4. Remove from heat, then add mint, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
5. Use an immersion blender to blend until creamy, OR transfer to a blender to blend.
6. Serve warm or cold, drizzled with dairy free milk or topped with coconut yogurt.

Instant Pot Method

1. Set Instant Pot to SAUTÉ, then add olive oil.
2. Once it indicates that it's "hot," add garlic and green onions and sauté for 3 minutes until softened.
3. Add peas, broth, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir.
4. Seal the lid, and cook for 2 minutes on MANUAL. Once it beeps to a finish, quick release pressure.
5. Turn off Instant Pot, then add mint, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
6. Use an immersion blender to blend until creamy, OR transfer to a blender to blend.
7. Serve warm or cold, drizzled with dairy free milk or topped with coconut yogurt.