Homey Split Pea Soup
Warm, hearty, and brimming with comfort, Homey Split Pea Soup is the ultimate one-pot meal that’s as soothing as it is satisfying. Crafted with wholesome dried green split peas, a medley of sautéed vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, and the subtle aromatics of garlic, thyme, and bay leaf, this soup delivers layers of rich, earthy flavor in every spoonful. Optional smoked ham hock or ham bone adds a smoky depth, while the creamy texture develops naturally as the peas gently simmer to perfection. Ready in under two hours and perfect for lunch or dinner, this soul-warming classic is an easy crowd-pleaser. Serve it hot with fresh parsley for a pop of color and pair it with crusty bread for a cozy, nourishing meal that embodies homemade goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb dried green split peas
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 medium, diced carrots
- 2 medium, diced celery stalks
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 piece ham bone or smoked ham hock (optional)
- 6 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups (as needed) water
- 2 tbsp, chopped (for garnish) fresh parsley
Instructions
Rinse the split peas thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. Set them aside.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and the onion turns translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Stir in the rinsed split peas, broth, and 2 cups of water. If using, add the ham bone or smoked ham hock at this stage.
Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.
Simmer the soup for about 60-75 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the peas are tender and start to break down, resulting in a creamy consistency. Add more water if the soup becomes too thick during cooking.
Once the peas are soft, remove the ham bone or ham hock (if used). If there is any meat on the bone, shred it and return it to the pot.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper as needed.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. Pair it with crusty bread for a cozy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2490 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.6 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.7 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 8421 mg | 366% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 347.9 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 131.6 g | 470% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.6 g | ||
| Protein | 153.1 g | 306% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 685 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 27.4 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 7676 mg | 163% | |
*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.
