Easy Vegan Split Pea Soup Recipe – Hearty, Healthy, and Delicious
Warm up with a hearty, satisfying bowl of this Easy Vegan Split Pea Soup—a classic, nutritious recipe that’s both easy to make and packed with flavor! Made with wholesome dried split peas, celery, carrots, garlic, and aromatic herbs, this soup is perfect for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone looking for a healthy, comforting meal. Plus, it’s naturally gluten-free and packed with plant-based protein, making it a great option for meal prepping and cozy dinners. Split peas do not require soaking overnight, so you can cook up this recipe in about an hour. Just sauté the veggies, add the split peas, seasonings, and broth, cover, and simmer until tender. You can also make it more quickly in an Instant Pot, or turn to your Slow Cooker to let it bubble away while you’re gone. It’ll be piping hot when you come home!
I love nutritious comforting soups, such as this split pea soup recipe. My mother always made vegetarian bean soups like this, and I also enjoy them year round in my own home. Paired with whole grain bread and a side salad, this yummy soup is like a meal in one. And it’s also very budget-friendly and sustainable. Pulses, such as split peas, are a great environmentally friendly protein to put on your plate (or bowl!). This vegetarian split pea soup is great at potlucks, tailgating, and after skiing parties. In fact, I served this soup at a recent community gathering in my neighborhood and it was a hit! Let’s dive into how to make this soul-warming soup!
Description
Enjoy a comforting bowl of Easy Vegan Split Pea Soup made with wholesome ingredients including split peas, vegetables, and herbs. This simple, nourishing, budget-friendly recipe is perfect for chilly days and plant-based diets.
- Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium-high heat.
- Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery and sauté for 7 minutes, until vegetables start to soften.
- Add tarragon, thyme, smoked paprika, mustard, and black pepper.
- Add split peas, broth, water, salt, and bay leaves.
- Stir well and cover with a lid. Reduce heat to medium.
- Cook, stirring frequently, for about 1 hour, until peas are very tender and texture is thick and stew-like. May add additional water, as needed, to achieve desired texture.
- Remove from heat, remove and discard the bay leaves, garnish with parsley, and serve. Makes 8 (about 1 ½ cups) servings.
Notes
Instant Pot: Follow steps 1-4 using the sauté function of your Instant Pot. Stir well, attach cover, and push “Bean/Chili” setting. Cook according to manufacturer’s instructions. Follow step 7.
Slow Cooker: Follow steps 1-5 in a slow cooker, by adding all ingredients, stirring well, covering, and cooking for 8-10 hours on low or 4-6 hours on high setting. Follow step 7.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 67 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Cuisine: American
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