Lemony Yellow Pea Soup

Brighten up your dinner table with this comforting and nutritious Lemony Yellow Pea Soup, a wholesome bowl bursting with vibrant flavors. Made with hearty dried yellow split peas, aromatic vegetables, and a blend of warm spices like cumin and turmeric, this soup delivers a rich, earthy base that’s perfectly balanced with the zesty kick of fresh lemon juice and zest. Simmered to creamy perfection, it’s an easy one-pot dish that’s both satisfying and packed with protein. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and herbaceous flavor, this soup is a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for cozy weeknights or a light lunch. Pair it with crusty bread for a complete, soul-warming meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 88/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried yellow split peas
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 stalk celery stalk, diced
• 6 cups vegetable stock
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 large lemon, juiced and zested
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the yellow split peas under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside to drain.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the rinsed yellow split peas to the pot, along with the vegetable stock, bay leaf, ground cumin, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, uncovered, for 50-60 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent the peas from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Step 6

Once the peas are tender and the soup has thickened, remove and discard the bay leaf.

Step 7

Stir in the lemon juice and zest to brighten the flavor. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley. Serve warm with crusty bread or a side of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2332.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2365.4

Total Fat 47.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6078.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 376.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 128.6g	0%
Total Sugars 66.1g
Protein 132.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 745.2mg	0%
Iron 34.3mg	0%
Potassium 8094.8mg	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: 17.2%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 61.3%