Split Pea and Smoked Turkey Soup
Warm, hearty, and full of smoky flavor, this Split Pea and Smoked Turkey Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. Packed with tender green split peas, a medley of sautéed vegetables, and the rich, savory depth of smoked turkey, this wholesome recipe is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Simmered to perfection in fragrant chicken broth with earthy thyme and a bay leaf, each spoonful promises creamy, melt-in-your-mouth goodness. Whether you're serving it as a cozy weeknight dinner or preparing it ahead for an easy make-ahead meal, this protein-packed soup delivers big on flavor and comfort. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of brightness, and enjoy a bowl of this soul-soothing classic! Keywords: split pea soup, smoked turkey soup, comfort food recipe, hearty soups, healthy dinner recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 medium celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound dried split peas, rinsed and drained
- 1 large smoked turkey leg or wing
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the rinsed and drained split peas to the pot, followed by the smoked turkey leg or wing.
Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine all ingredients.
Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir again and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 60-75 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook until the split peas are tender and the soup has thickened.
Remove the smoked turkey leg or wing from the pot. Let it cool slightly before shredding the meat off the bone, discarding the skin and bones.
Return the shredded smoked turkey meat to the pot and stir well.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
434 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.9 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 38 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1553 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 37.1 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1117 mg | 24% | |
*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.
