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Split Pea Soup

This quick easy recipe for split pea soup can be made in less than 30 minutes. Low sodium vegetable broth makes this low calorie soup a heart healthy meal.

Details

  • Servings: 8
  • Serving Size: 1 cup

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp canola oil
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 carrot, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 12 oz dried green split peas, sorted through
  • 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (gluten free if needed)
  • 1/4 lb lean, low sodium baked ham, diced
  • 1/8 tsp Kosher salt
  • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • Black pepper to taste

Preparation

  1. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add onion, carrot and celery and sauté until vegetables are softened but not browned. Add garlic and sauté about 30 seconds. Add split peas, broth and a handful of diced ham and stir. Cover and reduce heat to simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add salt, a tablespoon of parsley and black pepper, and stir to combine. Remove from heat and let cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
  2. Transfer soup to a blender and purée soup, in batches, until smooth. Return soup to saucepan and add remaining ham, reserving a few pieces for garnish. Serve warm, garnished with remaining ham and parsley.

Nutrition Facts
Calories 103
Total Fat 4g
Sodium 365mg
Total Carbs 11g
Fibers 4g
Proteins 5g

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