Description
Savor the rich, velvety texture of this classic homemade Split Pea Soup. Packed with tender veggies and a hint of smoky flavor, it’s the ultimate cozy meal for chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound green split peas, rinsed
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 carrots, peeled and diced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the rinsed split peas and broth. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Continue simmering for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the peas have softened.
- Stir in the bay leaf, thyme, and smoked paprika. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the split pea soup hot, garnished with crusty bread, croutons, or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Split Pea Soup, Vegetarian Soup, Cozy Meal