Split Pea Soup
Warm up your evenings with this comforting split pea soup, a delicious blend of earthy flavors that brings joy to chilly days. Packed with nutrients and rich in taste, this recipe is quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Each spoonful envelops you in creamy goodness, inviting memories of family kitchens and shared moments. Customize it with your favorite toppings to make it uniquely yours!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried green or yellow split peas
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 tsp fresh thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the split peas under cold water until clear.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add oil and sauté the onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Incorporate the rinsed split peas, carrots, celery, and vegetable broth until everything is submerged.
- Add bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- Bring to a boil on high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer uncovered for about 45 minutes or until peas are soft. Stir occasionally.
- For a creamier texture, blend the soup with an immersion blender or in batches using a traditional blender.
- Serve warm with crusty bread or garnish with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg