Description
This nourishing split pea soup is the ultimate comfort food, packed with flavor and perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 cup dried split peas (green or yellow)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh herbs for garnish (e.g., thyme or dill)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Rinse the split peas under cold water until clear, removing any impurities.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery for about five minutes until tender.
- 3. Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 4. Combine Everything: Add the rinsed split peas, vegetable broth, bay leaves, and enough water to cover by an inch. Bring to a boil.
- 5. Simmer Away: Reduce heat and let it simmer uncovered for approximately one hour or until the peas are soft. Stir occasionally.
- 6. Final Touches: Once cooked, remove bay leaves and season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- 7. Serve: Transfer to bowls and enjoy! Pair with crusty bread for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg