Kielbasa Split Pea Soup

Warm, hearty, and brimming with rustic flavors, Kielbasa Split Pea Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. This savory soup combines smoky, caramelized kielbasa sausage with the earthy richness of slow-simmered dried split peas, all brought to life with a medley of aromatic vegetables, including carrots, celery, and onion. Infused with the fragrant notes of garlic, thyme, and a subtle hint of bay leaf, this one-pot meal delivers satisfying depth and wholesome nourishment in every spoonful. Perfectly seasoned and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this soup is easy to prepare and serves as an ideal make-ahead meal. Whether you’re looking for a cozy weeknight dinner or an inviting dish to share, this protein-packed split pea soup will leave everyone reaching for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 12 ounces Kielbasa sausage
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 3 medium Carrots
• 2 medium Celery stalks
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 pound Dried split peas
• 8 cups Chicken stock
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Slice the kielbasa into half-inch rounds and brown in the pot for 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

Dice the onion, carrots, and celery. Mince the garlic.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Rinse and sort the dried split peas, removing any debris.

Step 7

Add the split peas, chicken stock, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for about 60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the split peas are tender and have broken down.

Step 9

Add the browned kielbasa back into the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes to heat through.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 11

Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4074.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3471.1

Total Fat 134.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 330.5mg	0%
Sodium 5988.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 322.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 125.8g	0%
Total Sugars 63.9g
Protein 253.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 665.4mg	0%
Iron 39.9mg	0%
Potassium 6261.1mg	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: 34.4%

Protein: 28.9%

Carbs: 36.7%