Golden Split Pea Soup

Warm, comforting, and bursting with vibrant flavors, Golden Split Pea Soup is a wholesome meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Featuring hearty yellow split peas simmered with a medley of fresh vegetables, aromatic spices like turmeric and cumin, and a bright splash of zesty lemon juice, this soup offers a harmonious balance of earthy and tangy notes. Its velvety texture can be customized to your liking—blend it smooth or leave it chunky for added heartiness. Ready in just over an hour, this one-pot recipe is perfect for meal prep or a cozy dinner on chilly evenings. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve alongside crusty bread or a crisp salad for a satisfying and healthy meal. Packed with plant-based protein and rich in flavor, this split pea soup is a golden treasure in every bowl.

Nutriscore Rating: 88/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups yellow split peas
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrot, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 lemons, juiced
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the yellow split peas under cold water until the water runs clear. 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, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Stir in the turmeric powder and cumin powder, allowing the spices to toast slightly for 30 seconds.

Step 6

Add the vegetable broth, split peas, and bay leaf to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the split peas are tender and beginning to break down.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender to blend the soup until it reaches your desired consistency. For a chunkier soup, skip the blending step.

Step 9

Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice, stirring to combine.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 11

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Pair with crusty bread or a green salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2931.8 grams (2931.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2584

Total Fat 51.20g	66%
Saturated Fat 8.90g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7231mg	314%
Total Carbohydrate 415.10g	151%
Dietary Fiber 139.00g	496%
Total Sugars 78.10g
Protein 141.10g	282%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 826mg	64%
Iron 39mg	216%
Potassium 9179mg	195%

*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: 21.0%

Carbs: 61.8%