Vegetarian Split Pea Soup Recipe

Warm, hearty, and packed with plant-based protein, this Vegetarian Split Pea Soup is the ultimate comfort food. Made with dried green split peas, a medley of sautéed vegetables, and aromatic spices like thyme and cumin, this recipe delivers rich, earthy flavors in every bite. Simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable broth, the soup achieves a satisfyingly thick texture that can be customized to your preference—blend it for a creamy consistency or enjoy it chunky for added character. Whether garnished with fresh parsley or served as-is, this wholesome soup is a nourishing meal perfect for cozy lunches or dinners. Ready in under two hours with minimal prep time, it's an easy, budget-friendly option for feeding the whole family.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Dried green split peas
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 Yellow onion, diced
• 2 Carrots, diced
• 2 Celery stalks, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 cups Water
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried split peas thoroughly under cold water and set them aside.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the rinsed split peas, vegetable broth, water, bay leaf, thyme, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.

Step 7

Simmer the soup for 60-75 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the split peas are tender and the soup has thickened.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf from the soup and discard.

Step 9

For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to blend part of the soup, or leave it as-is for a chunkier version.

Step 10

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2894.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2397.1

Total Fat 46.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6199.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 384.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 130.5g	0%
Total Sugars 72.5g
Protein 131.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 694.5mg	0%
Iron 30.0mg	0%
Potassium 8089.2mg	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: 16.9%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 62.0%