Simple Split Pea Soup
Warm, hearty, and effortlessly satisfying, this Simple Split Pea Soup is the perfect cozy meal for any time of year. Made with wholesome ingredients like dried split peas, carrots, celery, and a fragrant blend of garlic, thyme, and bay leaf, this comforting classic comes together in just over an hour. With a velvety, naturally thick texture, it’s a nourishing choice that’s both vegan and protein-packed. Whether you leave it chunky or blend it into a creamy delight, this soup pairs wonderfully with crusty bread for a filling lunch or dinner. Best of all, it requires minimal prep time and uses pantry staples, making it the ultimate go-to for busy weeknights. Try it today and discover why this timeless dish never goes out of style!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Dried split peas
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 large Yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium Carrots, diced
- 2 medium Celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 6 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 whole Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the split peas thoroughly under cold water, removing any debris or stones. Drain and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute, until fragrant.
Add the rinsed split peas, vegetable broth, bay leaf, and dried thyme to the pot. Stir to combine.
Increase the heat to high and bring the soup to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 50-60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peas are tender and the soup has thickened.
Remove the bay leaf and season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
If desired, use an immersion blender to puree part of the soup for a creamier texture, or leave it as is for a chunkier consistency.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.9 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5912 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 362.8 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 128.0 g | 457% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.6 g | ||
| Protein | 132.5 g | 265% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 566 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 28.0 mg | 156% | |
| Potassium | 7437 mg | 158% | |
*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.
