Yellow split pea soup is a delicious and hearty meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. This smooth and flavorful soup combines split peas, ham, and fresh veggies, making it both comforting and nutritious. With a soup maker, you can prepare this recipe quickly and easily.
Ingredients Needed:
- 250g Split Peas (1 cup) – Soaked overnight and drained
- 200g Cooked Ham – Chopped (reserve 50g for topping)
- 1 Onion – Diced
- 1 Carrot – Peeled and diced
- 1 Stick Celery – Chopped
- 2 Cloves Garlic – Minced
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme
- 1 Litre Water (4 ¼ cups)
- 2 Ham Stock Cubes
- Pinch Salt
- Pinch Black Pepper
- Cooking Oil Spray
How To Make Yellow Split Pea Soup in a Soup Maker:
- Prepare the Split Peas: Drain and rinse the split peas that were soaked overnight.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Spray a frying pan with cooking oil. Cook the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic over medium heat for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Load the Soup Maker: Add the sautéed vegetables, split peas, stock cubes, thyme, water, salt, and pepper to your soup maker. If the ingredients don’t reach the 1600ml line, add a bit more water.
- Cook and Blend: Set the soup maker to the smooth setting and let it work its magic.
- Serve and Enjoy: Pour the soup into bowls and top with the reserved ham for extra flavor.
Recipe Tips
- Soak the Split Peas: Don’t skip soaking the peas overnight—it helps them cook evenly and become tender.
- Customize the Recipe: Add your favorite herbs or spices to adjust the flavor to your liking.
- Vegetarian Option: Skip the ham and use vegetable stock cubes for a vegetarian version.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers
Storing: Let the soup cool completely and transfer it to an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Warm the soup in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through. You can also reheat in the soup maker if it has a reheat function.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 315 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Protein: 26g
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 37mg
- Sodium: 1097mg
- Potassium: 883mg
- Fiber: 17g
- Sugar: 7g
Yellow Split Pea Soup in a Soup Maker
Description
A hearty bowl of yellow split pea soup, topped with tender chunks of ham for a comforting and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare the Split Peas: Drain and rinse the split peas that were soaked overnight.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Spray a frying pan with cooking oil. Cook the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic over medium heat for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Load the Soup Maker: Add the sautéed vegetables, split peas, stock cubes, thyme, water, salt, and pepper to your soup maker. If the ingredients don’t reach the 1600ml line, add a bit more water.
- Cook and Blend: Set the soup maker to the smooth setting and let it work its magic.
- Serve and Enjoy: Pour the soup into bowls and top with the reserved ham for extra flavor.