Hungarian Zöldborsóleves is a light yet satisfying vegetable soup made with sweet green peas, carrots, paprika, and fresh herbs. This traditional family recipe is simple, nutritious, and perfect for lunch or dinner. Finished with homemade csipetke (pinched noodles) or small pasta, it’s a comforting soup enjoyed throughout Hungary all year round.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Traditional Hungarian comfort food
• Ready in about 40 minutes
• Light, healthy, and filling
• Packed with fresh vegetables
• Easy one-pot recipe
• Perfect for meal prep

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Ingredients

For the Soup

• 2 tablespoons butter or vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 4 cups (600 g) green peas (fresh or frozen)
• 1 medium potato, diced (optional)
• 1 teaspoon sweet Hungarian paprika
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 6 cups (1.5 L) chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Optional Csipetke Dumplings

• ½ cup (65 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 egg
• Pinch of salt

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Equipment

• Large soup pot
• Wooden spoon
• Small mixing bowl