Description
Split Pea Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty dish combines green or yellow split peas with aromatic vegetables, creating a creamy and nutritious bowl that warms both body and soul. Every spoonful offers a delightful blend of flavors that will transport you to nostalgic family gatherings. Ideal for meal prep or cozy dinners, this soup is sure to impress without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup split peas (green or yellow)
- 2 medium carrots (chopped)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil, onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add rinsed split peas, broth, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 1 hour until peas are tender, keeping the lid slightly ajar to allow steam to escape.
- Remove bay leaves; blend the soup until smooth if desired, then season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or croutons.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 245g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg