Creamy Split Pea Soup Recipe

Name: Creamy Split Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 yellow onion or white, finely diced; 1/4 cup fresh oregano leaves minced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 8 cups water; 16 ounces split peas; 2 large carrots peeled and finely diced; 1 cup unsweetened soy milk or whole milk; 5 sun dried tomato halves, finely diced or minced; 3 sesame oil shakes of; 1 tablespoon paprika; 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce gluten-free, if preferred; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 dash chili powder; cayenne; salt; pepper; Parmesan Sprinkle, or nutritional yeast on top for garnish, optional

Servings: persons

1 yellow onion or white, finely diced
1/4 cup fresh oregano leaves minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 cups water
16 ounces split peas
2 large carrots peeled and finely diced
1 cup unsweetened soy milk or whole milk
5 sun dried tomato halves, finely diced or minced
3 sesame oil shakes of
1 tablespoon paprika
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce gluten-free, if preferred
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 dash chili powder
cayenne
salt
pepper
Parmesan Sprinkle, or nutritional yeast on top for garnish, optional

1
In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add the onions and oregano. Saute gently until onions are soft and translucent.
2
Add water, split peas, and all spices. Stir well and bring to a boil. Stir again, reduce heat to medium-low, cover and allow to simmer for half an hour, stirring occasionally.
3
Add carrots, sun-dried tomatoes, and milk. Stir well, and allow to simmer another 15 or 20 minutes, until carrots, tomatoes, and peas are soft.
4
Use an immersion hand-blender to whip the soup until it's nice and creamy. Do a taste test to see if you need to add any more spices or cook a little while longer.
5
Serve with a generous sprinkle of parmesan or nutritional yeast on top.

935

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 yellow onion or white, finely diced, 1/4 cup fresh oregano leaves minced, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 8 cups water, and more.

Yes, Creamy Split Pea Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Creamy Split Pea Soup

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