• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Holiday Recipes
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
Knife and Soul
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Free eBook
  • About me
  • Work with me
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Free eBook
    • About me
    • Work with me
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×
    Home » Soup Recipes » Broccoli and frozen pea soup with pancetta

    Broccoli and frozen pea soup with pancetta

    Published: Oct 27, 2021 · Modified: May 3, 2023 by Helen·

    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
    A bowl of Easy & Healthy Broccoli and Pea Soup
    A bowl of Easy & Healthy Broccoli and Pea Soup
    Easy & Healthy Broccoli and Pea Soup
    Easy & Healthy Broccoli and Pea Soup
    A serving of Easy & Healthy Broccoli and Pea Soup
    Easy & Healthy Broccoli and Pea Soup
    Easy & Healthy Broccoli and Pea Soup
    Easy & Healthy Broccoli and Pea Soup
    Easy & Healthy Broccoli and Pea Soup
    Easy & Healthy Broccoli and Pea Soup

    A healthy and flavourful soup made from broccoli and frozen peas that you can throw together in just 30 minutes. Parmesan, smoked paprika, pepper, lemon juice, and the optional crispy pancetta topping ensure that this soup is as delicious as it is nutritious. What's more, if you're a make-ahead type, then this one is for you. This soup will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months.

    A bowl of Easy & Healthy Broccoli and Pea Soup

    Want more quick and tasty broccoli recipes try my Broccoli and Stilton Soup and Broccoli Pasta with Sausage. Or for another tasty soup topped with crispy bacon try my Bacon and Potato Soup.

    The post contains additional information and helpful tips to ensure the recipe turns out great the first time. Please use the link above to jump to the recipe card at the end if you are in a hurry!

    Jump to:
    • ✅ 6 reasons why you'll love this soup recipe:
    • 🛒 Ingredients and variations:
    • 🧑‍🍳 Broccoli and pea soup in 4 simple steps
    • 🙋 FAQs
    • 📦 Storage
    • 😋 Check out my other soup recipes
    • Broccoli and Frozen Pea Soup with Pancetta

    ✅ 6 reasons why you'll love this soup recipe:

    • Ready in 30 minutes - peas and broccoli just require a short simmer before they're ready for the blender.
    • Super Tasty - Parmesan, smoked paprika, pepper and lemon juice are added to ensure the soup is full of flavour. There's also an optional fried pancetta topping to add to the yummy umami-ness.
    • Healthy - a bowl of this soup is sure to give your body all the green-veggie vitamins and nutrients it requires.
    • An excellent make ahead meal - it keeps in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months.
    • Everyday ingredients - you'll find everything you need to make this soup in your local store. You're also likely to have many of the ingredients at home already.
    • Reduces waste - if you're looking for a way to use up leftover broccoli or have an excess of frozen peas, this soup is the perfect solution. You can use the broccoli stalks as well as florets.

    🛒 Ingredients and variations:

    This tasty soup is made from simple everyday ingredients. You are likely to have most of them in your store cupboard already.

    • Broccoli - you can use stalks as well as florets in this soup. A great way to use up leftover broccoli and reduce food waste
    • Peas - these can be fresh or frozen garden peas or petit pois.
    • Parmesan - adds creaminess and umami flavour to the soup. You could use another hard cheese like cheddar instead.
    • White pepper - adds an earthiness. You can omit it if you need to and add a little more black pepper to taste.
    • Smoked salt - adds a little smokiness alongside the paprika. You can use a little sea or kosher salt instead.
    • Pancetta - you can switch this for bacon, sausage or nuts/seeds if you would prefer not to have meat.
    Ingredients

    🧑‍🍳 Broccoli and pea soup in 4 simple steps

    1. Sauté and simmer

    Place a frying pan on a medium heat and add the oil. Add the onions when the pan is hot and fry until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for one more minute. Pour in the veg stock, add the broccoli and simmer for 10 minutes. Then add the peas and simmer for five more minutes.

    Simmering the broccoli and peas

    2. Blend

    Blitz the soup until smooth with a standing or hand blender.

    Blended soup

    3. Season

    Stir in the Parmesan, lemon juice, smoked paprika, white pepper, black pepper and salt.

    Seasoning the soup

    4. Serve with fried pancetta pieces

    Place a frying pan on a medium to high heat, add the pancetta and fry for a couple of minutes until brown. Serve the soup immediately, topped with pancetta pieces, or leave it to cool and store in the fridge or freezer for later.

    Easy & Healthy Broccoli and Pea Soup

    🙋 FAQs

    Which is healthier, broccoli florets or broccoli stalks?

    They are both equally nutritious and great for adding vitamin C, fibre and antioxidants to your diet.

    Can I blend soup with a hand blender?

    You can and it's quicker and easier than using a standing blender and saves on washing up.

    Can I freeze homemade soup?

    Homemade soup can be frozen for up to 3 months. Leave it to cool, then add your desired portion sizes to airtight containers or freezer bags and place in the freezer. Defrost the soup in the fridge before you reheat it on the stove or in the microwave.

    📦 Storage

    This soup is the perfect candidate for a make-ahead meal and will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months. Just portion it into airtight containers or freezer bags and leave it to cool before you place it in the fridge or freezer.

    Top tip: do not add pancetta if you are planning to refrigerate or freeze the soup and eat it later. It tastes much better fresh, so it's best to add it when you come to eat it.

    😋 Check out my other soup recipes

    Soups are warming, nutritious and are often great make-ahead meals. If you enjoyed this recipe you should check out my other tasty soup recipes.

    • bowl of green soup topped with lemon zest
      Kale and Spinach Soup with Cottage Cheese
    • A bowl of potato soup topped with bacon
      Cream Of Potato Bacon Soup
    • A serving of Broccoli and Stilton soup
      Easy Broccoli and Stilton Soup
    • Easy Chicken Alfredo Tortellini Soup
      Chicken Alfredo Tortellini Soup (Easy 20-Minute Recipe)

    Did you try this recipe? It would be really great if you could leave a comment and a star rating ⭐️. I would love to receive your feedback and know that other readers find it helpful too.

    Don't forget to tag #knifeandsoulrecipes on Instagram or @knifeandsoul on Pinterest!

    Easy & Healthy Broccoli and Pea Soup

    Broccoli and Frozen Pea Soup with Pancetta

    Author: Helen
    A tasty 30-minute broccoli and frozen pea soup with Parmesan, smoked paprika and a crispy pancetta topping.
    5 from 1 vote
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Soup
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 262 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 onion finely chopped
    • 3 cloves garlic crushed
    • 14 oz (400 g) broccoli florets and stalks
    • 3 oz (750 ml) veg stock
    • 2.5 oz (400 g) frozen peas or petit pois
    • ½ cup (40 g) Parmesan
    • ½ lemon juice
    • ¼ tsp smoked paprika
    • ½ tsp black pepper
    • ¼ tsp white pepper
    • ½ tsp smoked salt or sea salt
    • 8 slices pancetta cut into small bite-sized pieces

    Instructions
     

    • Place a frying pan on a medium heat and add the oil. Add the onions when the oil is hot and fry until translucent.
    • Add the garlic and fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
    • Add the broccoli and veg stock and simmer for 10 minutes.
    • Add the frozen peas / petit pois and simmer for five more minutes
    • Blitz until smooth using a countertop blender or hand blender
    • Stir in the Parmesan, lemon juice, paprika, black pepper, white pepper, and salt.
    • Place a frying pan on a medium to high heat and fry the pancetta pieces until they begin to brown.
    • Serve the soup immediately, topped with the pancetta pieces, or leave the soup to cool and store in the fridge or freezer for later. (Note 1)

    Notes

    1. If you are making the soup ahead, skip the pancetta and add it when you come to eat the soup. It does not store well and tastes much better fresh.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 servingCalories: 262kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 506mgPotassium: 483mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 971IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 213mgIron: 1mg
    Tried this Recipe? Tag Me Today!Mention @KnifeandSoulRecipes or tag #knifeandsoulrecipes!
    « Easy Pumpkin Risotto with Sage and Mushrooms
    Easy Egg Keema (Anda Kheema Masala) »

    Share this recipe!

    11 shares
    • Share
    • Twitter
    • Yummly

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Helen says

      March 03, 2025 at 4:26 pm

      5 stars
      A super tasty and healthy soup, packed with green veggie goodness. The pancetta gives it a welcome touch of umami.

      Reply
    5 from 1 vote

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Hi there, I’m Helen! Welcome to Knife and Soul, where I share seriously tasty and hassle-free recipes for people who wish they had more time to cook.

    Trending Recipes

    • Italian Meatballs
      Traditional Italian Meatballs With Milk Soaked Bread 
    • Panko Chicken Breasts
      Super Crispy Panko Chicken (Breaded Chicken Breasts)
    • A bowl of pasta with creamy white wine sauce on a pale blue background.
      Creamy White Wine Pasta Sauce With Butter and Garlic
    • Easy Cheesy Pasta Bake
      Cheesy Pasta Bake - 3 Cheese (Easy Recipe)
    • A bowl of sweet potato gnocchi and sage leaves with a fork and spoon on a white table and white check cloth background.
      Sweet Potato Gnocchi With Brown Butter and Sage
    • Cooked prawn curry in frying pan
      Easy Prawn Curry With Coconut Milk

    Spring Recipes

    • Pasta alla Vodka served topped with grated Parmesan and parsley with a piece of Parmesan and a grater and a bowl of parsley on the side.
      Spicy Fusilli Alla Vodka (like Jon and Vinny's)
    • Two servings of Mushroom Risotto on cream coloured plates with sides of rocket and Parmesan.
      Risotto ai Funghi (Mushroom Risotto)
    • A hand held serving of Rosa Marina Soup with basil in a cream coloured bowl with Rosemary and pepper on the side.
      Rosa Marina Soup (Italian Orzo Soup with Chicken and Tomato)
    • A bowl of Mexican Bean Soup on a wooden table background with Jalapeno, cilantro, cheese and avocado toppings and side dishes of chopped avocado, cilantro and tortilla chips.
      Mexican Chili Bean Soup
    • Crème fraîche chicken with mustard and dill in the frying pan, ready to serve, with halved lemons and dill on the side.
      Crème Fraîche Sauce for Chicken with Mustard and Dill
    • Baked Gnocchi
      Gnocchi Bake (Easy & Cheesy)

    Follow Knife & Soul

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • About me
    • Contact us
    • Accessibility policy
    • Privacy policy

    Stay in touch

    • Subscribe
    • Follow on Facebook
    • Follow on Instagram
    • Follow on Pinterest

    Recipes

    • Recipe Index
    • Web stories

    Copyright © 2024 Knife & Soul

    11 shares

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required

    Recipe Ratings without Comment

    Something went wrong. Please try again.