Hearty Split Pea Soup Recipe
Split pea soup is a comforting and nutritious dish made from split peas, typically cooked with vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery. It's often seasoned with herbs like thyme and bay leaves and can include meat such as ham or bacon for added flavor.
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Calories: 450kcal
Servings: 5 people
Equipment
- Spoon
- Measuring tools
Ingredients
- Split Peas – 1 Cup
- Onion – 1 Medium
- Carrots – 2 Medium
- Celery – 2 Stalks
- Garlic – 2 Cloves
- Vegetable Or Chicken Broth – 4 Cups
- Bay Leaf – 1 Leaf
- Dried Thyme – 1 Teaspoon
- Salt – 1 Teaspoon
- Black Pepper – 1/2 Teaspoon
Instructions
- Place Pot Over Medium Heat
- Add Onion, Carrots, And Celery
- Cook For 3–5 Minutes Until Slightly Softened
- Add Garlic And Stir Briefly
- Add Split Peas And Broth
- Add Bay Leaf, Thyme, Salt, And Pepper
- Bring Mixture To Boil
- Reduce Heat And Simmer For 35–45 Minutes
- Stir Occasionally To Prevent Sticking
- Remove Bay Leaf Before Serving
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 900mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 4mg