Description
Warm up with a bowl of comforting split pea soup, rich in flavor and nostalgia. This hearty dish combines tender split peas, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs into a creamy blend that’s perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings. Easy to prepare and customizable, this recipe promises to warm your soul with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried green split peas
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Instructions
- Rinse the split peas under cold water and remove any debris.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add the rinsed split peas and vegetable broth; mix well.
- Incorporate bay leaves and thyme, then season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, partially cover the pot, and simmer for 30–40 minutes until peas are tender. Stir occasionally.
- Remove bay leaves before serving. Enjoy your cozy bowl of soup!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg