Split Pea Soup Ww
Cozy up with a bowl of this hearty and healthy Split Pea Soup, a comforting dish that's both rich in flavor and nutritious. Packed with protein-filled dried split peas, tender vegetables like carrots, celery, and potatoes, and seasoned with aromatic herbs like thyme and smoked paprika, this soup is a wholesome delight. Optional additions of diced turkey bacon or ham add a smoky, savory twist, while fresh parsley makes for a bright garnish. Perfect for chilly evenings, this one-pot wonder is easy to prepare, taking only 15 minutes to prep and simmering to perfection in under an hour. Serve it as a satisfying standalone meal or pair it with crusty bread for the ultimate comfort food experience. Whether you're meal-prepping or serving a crowd, this belly-warming dish is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried split peas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup cooked turkey bacon or ham, diced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the dried split peas under cold running water and pick through them to remove any debris. Set aside.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the diced potato, rinsed split peas, vegetable broth, and water to the pot. Stir to combine.
Stir in the smoked paprika, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. If using, add the diced turkey bacon or ham at this step.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer gently for 40-50 minutes, or until the peas are completely soft and the soup is thickened.
Remove the bay leaf from the soup and discard it.
For a smoother texture, you can use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, or leave it chunky if preferred.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your hearty and healthy Split Pea Soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1737 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.7 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 6052 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 253.4 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 76.0 g | 271% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.5 g | ||
| Protein | 96.7 g | 193% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 495 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 6210 mg | 132% | |
*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.
