This Classic Split Pea Soup recipe is the latest installment of, The Art of Soups & Stews. In this monthly recipe column, Devorah Bowen, creator of The Yummy Vegan and Best of Vegan contributor, delves into her treasure trove of satisfying, comforting, cost-effective, and low waste vegan soup and stew recipes to share them with you!
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Split Pea Soup – a Cozy & Comforting Classic
Split Pea is one of the classic soups that’s easy to make, cozy and so comforting. There are just a few simple ingredients and the split peas are packed with protein and fiber. The peas give the soup a subtly sweetness, the potatoes make it extra creamy and the liquid smoke rounds out the flavors. It’s extremely satiating and is perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Peas: Green Split Peas
- Vegetables: Onion, Garlic, Yellow or Yukon Potatoes, Celery, Carrots
- Condiments & Spices: Neutral Oil (like Avocado), Vegetable or Vegan Chicken Broth, Liquid Smoke , Salt & Pepper
- Herbs: Thyme , Bay Leaves
TIP: Before using the peas, make sure to pick through for any debris and give them a quick rinse.
How to Make this Split Pea Soup
This section includes step by step pictures of how to make this split pea soup. Find the full recipe, including exact measurements, in the recipe card below.
Sauté The Onions
Heat the oil in a large pot on medium heat. Add in the onions and sauté for 5-8 minutes or until they are translucent. Season with salt & pepper.
Add The Split Peas & Broth and Cook over Low Heat
Add in the celery, garlic, thyme, bay leaves and split peas. Mix well and cook for 2 minutes or until the garlic is fragrant. Add in the broth then cover the pot and cook on medium low heat for 20-25 minutes or until the peas have begun to break down.
Add the Potatoes & Carrots and Cook Until Soft and Thickened
Add in the potatoes, carrots and liquid smoke and continue cooking for another 20-25 minutes or until everything is soft and the soup has thickened. Add up to 2 cups of water to thin to desired consistency.
Adjust, Serve, and Enjoy!
Check for seasoning, adjust with salt & pepper, remove the bay leaves and serve hot.
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More Vegan Recipes You Might Like
If you enjoyed this Classic Vegan Split Pea Soup, you might also love some of the following plant-based recipes.
- Pasta Fagioli (Easy & Comforting Italian Pasta & Bean Soup)
- Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash Soup (with Carrot & Coconut Milk)
- Creamy Potato & Horseradish Soup
- Vegan Beans & Peas Masala
- Pea & Mint Walnut Dip
Split Pea Soup – Recipe Card
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Comforting Classic Split Pea Soup
Ingredients
- 16 oz Green Split Peas
- 1 medium Onion - diced
- 2 cloves Garlic - minced
- 2 medium Yellow or Yukon Potatoes -
peeled and cubed
- 3 ribs Celery - diced
- 2 Tbsp Neutral Oil - like Avocado oil
- 2 small Carrots - diced
- 2 tsp Fresh Thyme - chopped
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 6 cups Vegetable Broth - or Vegan Chicken Broth
- 2 cups Water - as needed to thin
- 3 dashes Liquid Smoke - or more, to taste
- 1 pinch Salt & Pepper - or more, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pot on medium heat. Add in the onions and sauté for 5-8 minutes or until they are translucent. Season with salt & pepper.
- Add in the celery, garlic, thyme, bay leaves and split peas. Mix well and cook for 2 minutes or until the garlic is fragrant. Add in the broth then cover the pot and cook on medium low heat for 20-25 minutes or until the peas have begun to break down.
- 3.Add in the potatoes, carrots and liquid smoke and continue cooking for another 20-25 minutes or until everything is soft and the soup has thickened. Add up to 2 cups of water to thin to desired consistency.
- 4.Check for seasoning, adjust with salt & pepper, remove the bay leaves and serve hot.
Notes
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I followed the recipe exactly and it was exactly PERFECT!
Can you use frozen peas?
Hi Misty! Technically, you could, but keep in mind that this would significantly change the cook times and flavor profile.
not to mention you would have to split all the peas yourself
Second time making this…LOVE IT!! Thank you for sharing.
This is the 2nd time making this. Great recipe and good protein source!