Pea Soup with Smoked Turkey Wings
Cozy up with a hearty bowl of Pea Soup with Smoked Turkey Wings, a comforting classic that’s packed with smoky, savory flavor and wholesome goodness. This satisfying soup features tender green split peas that simmer down with meaty, umami-rich smoked turkey wings for a naturally thick and velvety texture. Aromatic vegetables like onion, carrots, and celery build a flavorful base, enhanced by fresh thyme and a touch of garlic for depth. The result is a soul-warming dish perfect for chilly evenings or meal prepping for the week. With just 15 minutes of prep and no cream or heavy ingredients, this one-pot wonder is both nourishing and indulgent. Serve it hot with crusty bread for a filling lunch or dinner the whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound dried green split peas
- 1.5 pounds smoked turkey wings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 large carrots
- 2 large celery stalks
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 piece bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 8 cups chicken stock or water
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and sort the split peas to remove any debris. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat.
Dice the yellow onion, carrots, and celery. Mince the garlic cloves.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and slightly golden.
Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the smoked turkey wings, split peas, bay leaf, fresh thyme, and chicken stock or water to the pot.
Bring the soup to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 60-75 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Check the split peas for doneness; they should be tender and start to break down, thickening the soup naturally.
Remove the smoked turkey wings from the pot. Once cool enough to handle, shred the meat from the bones and discard the skin and bones.
Return the shredded turkey meat to the pot and stir to combine.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve the pea soup hot, garnished with fresh thyme or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3248 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.5 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.2 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 449 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 11610 mg | 505% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 326.8 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 122.1 g | 436% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.6 g | ||
| Protein | 262.0 g | 524% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 597 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 33.1 mg | 184% | |
| Potassium | 5799 mg | 123% | |
*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.
