How to Make Split Pea Soup without Pork - A Step-by-Step Guide

Split pea soup is a classic comfort food, perfect for cool autumn evenings or cold winter nights. It's hearty, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. However, many traditional split pea soup recipes call for pork, such as ham hocks or bacon, which can be off-putting for those who don't eat pork or are looking for a healthier alternative. That's why we're sharing a delicious recipe for Split Pea Soup without Pork that's just as tasty as the original, but without the pork.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound dried split peas
  • 1 stalk celery, diced
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans low-fat, low sodium chicken broth
  • 3 cups water
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Rinse and pick through peas. Place them in a large pot with the celery, carrots, broth and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer until peas have fallen apart, 1 to 2 hours. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
  • Nutrition

    65 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 144mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 17mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 274mg