How to Make Split Pea Soup with Sun-Dried Tomato Gremolata - A Step-by-Step Guide

Split pea soup is a classic comfort food that warms the soul on a cold day. This recipe takes the traditional split pea soup to the next level with the addition of a sun-dried tomato gremolata, which adds a bright and tangy flavor to the rich and hearty soup.

The base of this soup is made with dried split peas, which are an excellent source of protein, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals. They also have a wonderfully creamy texture when cooked, making them the perfect ingredient ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups diced onion
  • ¾ cup finely diced carrot
  • ⅔ cup finely diced celery
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, or more as needed
  • 1 ¼ cups dried green split peas
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup finely chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ cup finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery; cook until softened, about 6 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook 30 seconds more. Stir in broth, split peas, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer, partially covered, until peas are falling apart, about 1 1/4 hours.
  • Meanwhile, stir together parsley, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, paprika, and salt in a small bowl.
  • Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaf from soup; discard. Add more broth or water to thin as desired, and more salt to taste. Serve topped with gremolata.
  • Nutrition

    373 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 860mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 62g
    • Dietary Fiber: 21g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 44mg
    • Calcium: 145mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 1109mg