Dilly Split Pea Soup

Warm, hearty, and brimming with flavor, Dilly Split Pea Soup is the ultimate comfort food with a zesty twist! This vegetarian soup combines the earthy richness of tender split peas with aromatic sautéed vegetables, bright fresh dill, and a splash of lemon juice for a touch of tangy freshness. The creamy consistency can be customized to your preference, whether you prefer it velvety smooth or slightly chunky. With just a handful of pantry staples and fresh herbs, this nutritious and protein-packed soup comes together with minimal effort. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep, it’s delightful on its own or garnished with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt for an extra layer of indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 88/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups dried split peas, rinsed
• 7 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0 optional sour cream or yogurt, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the rinsed split peas, vegetable broth, and the bay leaf.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer uncovered for 50 minutes, or until the split peas are tender.

Step 6

Remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired consistency. You can blend it completely smooth or leave some chunks for texture.

Step 7

Stir in the chopped fresh dill, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Serve hot, optionally topped with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt and a sprinkle of additional fresh dill.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2592.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2502.7

Total Fat 53.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.7g
Cholesterol 15mg	0%
Sodium 6577.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 390.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 129.8g	0%
Total Sugars 73.0g
Protein 135.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 673.1mg	0%
Iron 29.3mg	0%
Potassium 8178.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.5%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 60.5%