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So simple and so good. Enjoy the natural flavors and light texture of this yummy split pea soup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine any
Servings 4 people
Calories 541 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large pot
  • 1 sharp knife

Ingredients
  

  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 medium carrot
  • 1 stalk of celery
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 2 medium potatoes
  • 2 1/2 cups split peas (previously soaked for 2-3 hours)
  • 6 cups water
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Sauté the chopped carrot, celery, onion and garlic till soft and fragrant.
  • Add the water, split peas, and bring to a boil.
  • Toss the diced potatoes, and lower the heat to bring the soup down to a simmer.
  • Cook till the split peas and potatoes are soft.
  • Add salt and black pepper to taste.

Notes

  1. You can either puree the soup or enjoy it as it is. Both are great - it really depends on which texture you prefer.
  2. Enjoy it with warm and toasted sourdough bread. :) 
  3. Here's the link to my favorite immersion blender by Vitamix. 
 
Keyword delicious, healthy soup, plant-based, simple recipe, split pea, toddler recipe, vegan