Description
Split pea soup is a delightful blend of earthy flavors and comforting textures that warms both the heart and soul. This simple yet satisfying recipe features vibrant split peas, aromatic garlic, and sweet carrots, simmered to perfection for a cozy meal any time of year.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or yellow split peas
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or water
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your vegetables: Dice onions, carrots, and celery.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add garlic and veggies: Stir in minced garlic with diced carrots and celery; sauté for an additional 3–4 minutes.
- Combine ingredients: Add split peas and broth; bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Season: Add bay leaves and thyme; reduce heat to simmer for about 45 minutes until peas are tender.
- Blend (optional): For a smooth texture, use an immersion blender or transfer portions to a blender carefully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg