Pea and Ham Soup

Warm, hearty, and brimming with flavor, this classic pea and ham soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. Made with tender split green peas, smoky ham hock, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions, this soup offers a rich, velvety consistency with every spoonful. Slow-simmered with a fragrant bay leaf and fortified by chicken or vegetable stock, it’s a recipe that transforms humble ingredients into a satisfying, protein-packed meal. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of garlic, black pepper, and a hint of salt, this one-pot wonder is as easy to make as it is delicious. Serve it piping hot with crusty bread for soaking up every last drop. Whether for a weeknight dinner or meal prep, this comforting pea and ham soup recipe is bound to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams split green peas
• 1 piece ham hock (smoked)
• 1 large onion
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 pieces celery stalks
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 1.5 liters chicken or vegetable stock
• 500 milliliters water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the split peas under cold water until the water runs clear, then set them aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.

Step 3

Finely chop the onion, carrots, and celery. Mince the garlic.

Step 4

Add the chopped vegetables and garlic to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 5

Place the ham hock in the pot, then add the rinsed split peas, bay leaf, chicken or vegetable stock, and water. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a lid and let it simmer for 60-75 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the peas from sticking to the bottom.

Step 7

Once the peas have softened and the soup has thickened, remove the ham hock from the pot. Let it cool slightly before shredding the meat off the bone.

Step 8

Discard the bay leaf and stir the shredded ham back into the soup.

Step 9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste. If the soup is too thick, add a little more water or stock to reach your desired consistency.

Step 10

Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3186.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2675.3

Total Fat 59.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 142.9mg	0%
Sodium 10081.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 361.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 133.8g	0%
Total Sugars 60.3g
Protein 182.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 539.1mg	0%
Iron 29.4mg	0%
Potassium 6828.6mg	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: 19.8%

Protein: 26.9%

Carbs: 53.3%