Dilly Split Pea Soup
Warm, hearty, and brimming with flavor, Dilly Split Pea Soup is the ultimate comfort food with a zesty twist! This vegetarian soup combines the earthy richness of tender split peas with aromatic sautéed vegetables, bright fresh dill, and a splash of lemon juice for a touch of tangy freshness. The creamy consistency can be customized to your preference, whether you prefer it velvety smooth or slightly chunky. With just a handful of pantry staples and fresh herbs, this nutritious and protein-packed soup comes together with minimal effort. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep, it’s delightful on its own or garnished with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt for an extra layer of indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups dried split peas, rinsed
- 7 cups vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- optional sour cream or yogurt, for serving
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
Stir in the rinsed split peas, vegetable broth, and the bay leaf.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer uncovered for 50 minutes, or until the split peas are tender.
Remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired consistency. You can blend it completely smooth or leave some chunks for texture.
Stir in the chopped fresh dill, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve hot, optionally topped with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt and a sprinkle of additional fresh dill.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2503 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.1 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 6578 mg | 286% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 390.5 g | 142% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 129.8 g | 464% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.0 g | ||
| Protein | 135.2 g | 270% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 673 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 29.3 mg | 163% | |
| Potassium | 8178 mg | 174% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
