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Classic Split Pea Soup

Classic Split Pea Soup: Comfort Food That Nourishes You

Classic Split Pea Soup is a nourishing dish packed with protein and fiber, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 1 cup green split peas Rinse thoroughly
  • 1 medium onion Diced
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced
  • 2 medium yellow or Yukon potatoes Cubed
  • 2 stalks celery Diced
  • 2 medium carrots Diced
Flavoring
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme Or use less dried thyme
  • 2 leaves bay leaves Remove before serving
  • 1 tablespoon liquid smoke Adjust to taste
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
Cooking Liquid
  • 6 cups vegetable broth Homemade or high-quality store-bought
  • as needed water To adjust consistency

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of neutral oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 5-8 minutes, until translucent.
  2. Stir in diced celery, minced garlic, fresh thyme, and bay leaves. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Add rinsed green split peas and vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  4. Introduce cubed potatoes and diced carrots, pour in liquid smoke, and continue cooking uncovered for another 20-25 minutes.
  5. Check consistency and add water if it's too thick. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 15gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

Rinse green split peas thoroughly. Adjust cooking time for desired consistency. For creamy soup, use an immersion blender if preferred.

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