Tamar Yadin, who holds an M.Sc. in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics and is a member of the Herbalife Global Scientific Committee: "Peas are a plant from the legume family, and they are a complex carbohydrate that is highly recommended for eating in the winter and are wonderful as an addition to winter dishes and as a soup.
""Its health benefits are many: it is low in fat and rich in protein compared to other carbohydrates, as well as in dietary fiber. This slows down the rate of carbohydrate absorption into the bloodstream and prevents insulin resistance and pre-diabetes. The fiber also helps with intestinal motility and prevents constipation.
""Peas are also rich in vitamin B (B1, B2, B3, B6), which aid in many processes in the body, including those related to energy production and metabolism, as well as vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant, and vitamin K, which helps absorb calcium in our bodies and prevent osteoporosis.".
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""In addition, peas are rich in antioxidants: flavonoids, carotenoids, polyphenols and phenolic acid, as well as, as mentioned, vitamin C, which is also a strong antioxidant - all of which help prevent inflammation and protect against free radicals that damage cells. These are all excellent reasons to eat peas, frozen or dried.".
And carrots? In addition to being a wonderful addition to soups and stews in the winter, they are one of the healthiest vegetables. This advantage is also preserved in carrot juices, since carrot juice uses the whole carrot, including its dietary fiber.
""The main benefits of carrots lie mainly in two factors: the first - its high concentration of antioxidants. Antioxidants protect the body from free radicals, which cause oxidative stress and inflammation in the body. Carrots contain two main antioxidants: vitamin A (beta carotene) and vitamin C. There are studies that support regular consumption of carrots as a protector against certain cancers, such as breast cancer, and to prevent the accumulation of bad cholesterol in the arteries.
""Its second advantage is the amount of dietary fiber it contains. Carrots contain mainly soluble fiber, which maintains the motility of the digestive system and prevents constipation.".
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Ingredients (for 6 servings):
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• One large onion, chopped small
• 2 cloves of garlic, sliced
• Bag of frozen peas
• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped small
• Salt, pepper, white pepper
• Grated ginger
• Basil leaves for garnish - optional
Preparation method:
1. Fry in olive oil in a large pot.
2. Add the onion and two cloves of garlic to the pot.
3. Add the chopped carrots.
4. Add the peas that we soaked in boiling water for a few minutes before thawing slightly and mix well.
5. Add: salt, pepper and a teaspoon of white pepper, to taste.
6. Grate a teaspoon of ginger and add to the mixture.
7. When the peas are mixed, add boiling water to the pot until the peas and carrots are completely covered.
8. Add more salt and pepper to taste.
9. Bring to a boil and stir occasionally.
10. Cook for another 15 minutes over low heat.
11. When cool, use a stick blender to lightly puree the soup until desired consistency.
12. You can add basil leaves on top.
