Split pea soup is such a hearty, comforting soup. Split peas are a member of the legume family and are a great source of plant-based protein. They are really great for making soups, and this yellow split pea soup is a great example of how you can make soup filling enough to be a whole meal.
Why you'll love this vegan split pea soup:
- Hearty: This is a major comfort food recipe that'll fill you up and warm your soul
- Healthy: As you eat this you'll gain all the powerful nutrients of split peas
- Easy: This soup doesn't take all day to make, it'll only take you 45-minutes
Ingredient Notes:
Yellow Split Peas: For this recipe, I used Silo's Yellow Split Peas. Silo makes quality, delicious grains and legumes that I'm obsessed with. These split peas are high in protein, and very versatile due to being sweet and creamy. You can use them in things like soup, hummus, and falafel.
Some of the benefits that you'll get from adding split peas into your diet are:
- Digestive system regulation
- Cholesterol and blood sugar control
- Can help you maintain a healthy body weight
How to make yellow split pea soup:
- Prepare the Silo Yellow Split Peas in advance by rinsing, straining, and cooking according to the instructions on the package. Set aside and cool.
- Place the olive in a large pot or saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Add the onion and garlic. Cook for 4 – 5 minutes to soften and become fragrant.
- Add all the spices and cook for another 2 – 3 minutes.
- Add the water, vegetable bullion paste, and prepared Silo Split Yellow Peas.
- Bring to a boil.
- Add the heavy cream, lemon juice, and half of the parsley.
- Transfer the entire soup to a blender, and blend on high speed until smooth.
- Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve immediately with fresh parsley.
Expert Tips & FAQ:
Storage: Store this in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 – 7 days. Reheat to serve.
What is the difference between yellow and green split peas? Both are nutritionally similar but the main difference is the color and taste. Green peas have a nuttier and prominent taste, where yellow has a sweeter and milder palette.
Vegan One-Pot Yellow Split Pea Soup (10 simple ingredients)
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serves 4 - 6
1 ½ cups Silo Yellow Split Peas
1 ½ tbsp. olive oil
2 small/medium yellow onions, finely diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp. onion powder
1 tbsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. black pepper
1 tbsp. vegetable bouillon paste
2 ½ - 3 cups water
1 cup heavy cashew cream
1 medium lemon, juiced
1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Prepare the Silo Yellow Split Peas in advance by rinsing, straining, and cooking according to the instructions on the package. Set aside and cool.
Place the olive in a large pot or saucepan over medium-high heat.
Add the onion and garlic. Cook for 4 – 5 minutes to soften and become fragrant.
Add all the spices and cook for another 2 – 3 minutes.
Add the water, vegetable bullion paste, and prepared Silo Yellow Split Peas.
Bring to a boil.
Add the heavy cream, lemon juice, and half of the parsley.
Transfer the entire soup to a blender, and blend on high speed until smooth.
Adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve immediately with fresh parsley.
Notes:
Store this in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 – 7 days. Reheat to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Serves 6
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Amount Per Serving |
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Calories |
743 |
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% Daily Value* |
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Total Fat 23.9g |
31% |
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Saturated Fat 10.7g |
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Trans Fat 0.5g |
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Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g |
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Monounsaturated Fat 9g |
0% |
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Cholesterol 45.2mg |
15% |
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Sodium 995.5mg |
43% |
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Total Carbohydrate 116.9g |
43% |
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Dietary Fiber 19.5g |
70% |
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Sugars 14.6g |
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Protein 28g |
56% |
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