How to Make Instant Pot Split Pea Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

On a cold winter day, there's nothing quite like a warm, hearty bowl of soup to comfort and satisfy you. And when it comes to making soup, the Instant Pot is a game-changer. It cuts down on cooking time while still infusing all the flavors into the dish, making it the perfect tool for busy home cooks.

One of the classic soup recipes that is a favorite for many is the Split Pea Soup. It's a comforting, hearty soup that perfectly combines the earthy flavor of split peas with the savory ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 3 carrots, chopped
  • 6 slices bacon, chopped (Optional)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 pound green split peas, rinsed and sorted

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Let warm up and add butter and olive oil. Add onion, celery, bay leaves, and thyme. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion starts to turn translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add carrots, bacon, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in split peas. Close and lock the lid; set release knob to Sealing position.
  • Select Manual/Pressure Cook setting according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 18 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Turn steam release knob to Venting and use quick-release function for the remaining pressure. Carefully open lid. Remove bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
  • Nutrition

    408 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 26mg
    • Sodium: 1650mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
    • Dietary Fiber: 21g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 75mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 999mg