Warm up with this hearty Swedish Pea Soup recipe. Made with yellow peas, water, ham bone and onion. Easy step-by-step instructions included.
This Swedish Pea Soup relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as yellow peas, water, ham bone or salt pork and small onion, minced. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 103 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.
Updated Jun 30, 2026