Yellow Pea Soup Stove Top

Warm, hearty, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Yellow Pea Soup Stove Top recipe is the ultimate comfort food for cozy evenings. Made with nutritious dried yellow peas, a medley of fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and thyme, this one-pot wonder is as flavorful as it is satisfying. Slowly simmered on the stovetop, the tender peas break down into a creamy, velvety texture that you can enjoy chunky or blended to perfection. With just 15 minutes of prep time and easy-to-follow steps, this soup is perfect for feeding a family or meal prepping for the week. Serve it piping hot with a garnish of fresh parsley for an earthy finishing touch. Vegetarian, protein-rich, and naturally gluten-free, this soup is a nourishing meal that will warm both your heart and your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried yellow peas
• 8 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and sort the dried yellow peas, discarding any debris or damaged peas. Set 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 until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the rinsed yellow peas, water, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the bay leaf, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the soup. Stir again.

Step 7

Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 8

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let the soup simmer for 60-75 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Check the peas for tenderness. Once they are soft and beginning to break down, remove the bay leaf.

Step 10

If you prefer a smoother soup, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup until it reaches your desired consistency. Alternatively, leave it chunky.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 12

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3651.3 grams (3651.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2119

Total Fat 42.10g	54%
Saturated Fat 7.00g	35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4895mg	213%
Total Carbohydrate 332.70g	121%
Dietary Fiber 122.80g	439%
Total Sugars 60.40g
Protein 123.20g	246%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 645mg	50%
Iron 25mg	141%
Potassium 6649mg	141%

*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: 22.4%

Carbs: 60.4%