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Split Pea Soup

A comforting and nutritious split pea soup made with tender split peas, vegetables, and optional ham, perfect for warming up on chilly days.
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Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Keyword: split pea soup, healthy soup recipe, comfort food, vegetarian soup
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried split peas
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional: smoked ham hock for added flavor

Instructions

  • Rinse the split peas under cold water and remove any debris.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  • Stir in diced carrots and celery; cook for about 5 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in the broth and add the rinsed split peas and bay leaf.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer uncovered for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove the bay leaf and any ham hock before blending the soup for a creamy texture.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 10g