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Split Pea Soup

A hearty and nutritious split pea soup, perfect for chilly days. Loaded with vegetables and packed with flavor, it's a comforting dish that warms the soul.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup split peas rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 carrots carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 bay leaf bay leaf
For the Topping
  • 1 cup fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
  3. Add the rinsed split peas, vegetable broth, and bay leaf to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the soup simmer for 45 minutes, or until the split peas are soft.
  5. Remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired consistency. If you prefer a chunkier soup, blend partially.
  6. Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley on top.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4g

Notes

For added flavor, consider stirring in a splash of lemon juice before serving. This soup can also be made in a slow cooker; just combine all ingredients and cook on low for 6-8 hours.

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