Vegan Split Pea Soup is a delicious mix of green split peas, carrots, celery, onion, cabbage and a range of herbs – it’s one of my all-time favourite soup recipes! Below I share a stovetop method for making this simple soup.
This split pea soup is the perfect way to add more protein and fibre into your diet, and makes such a great hearty, warm meal on those cold winter days.
I pair this pea soup with some homemade sauerkraut and gluten-free bread, which pairs so well together, and takes this soup to a whole new level!
My top tips for making this soup are:
- Use anywhere between 7 – 8 cups of water, depending on how thick you like your split pea soup.
- You can keep it as a chunky soup by skipping the blending step (I love having soups this way).
- This split pea soup freezes well for up to 2 – 3 months. To freeze, simply store it in a freezer safe container once the soup has completely cooled. It can be reheated on the stovetop over low heat until warmed through, or in the microwave using 30 – 60 second intervals (stirring after each), until warm.
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Homemade Vegan Split Pea Soup
Full of protein, this nourishing, hearty, warm soup makes the perfect meal on a cold winter’s day.
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or olive oil
- 1 onion, roughly chopped
- 1-2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups green split peas, rinsed
- 1 large carrot, roughly chopped
- 1 celery stalk, roughly chopped
- 2 cups cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp dried rosemary
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried coriander
- 1 tsp each sea salt & ground black pepper
- 7 – 8 cups vegetable stock or water
Toppings (Optional)
- 2 tbsp homemade sauerkraut
- A slice of gluten-free bread, to serve
To make:
- In a large pot, heat 1 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil over medium-high heat, then add in the onion and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes or so. Add the split peas, carrot, celery, cabbage, herbs and seasonings, and sauté for around 2-3 minutes. Add the veggie stock or water, bring to the boil, then cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Allow to simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. If the water has evaporated too much and the soup is looking a little dry, add in more stock/water.
- Using an immersion blender or a food processor or blender, puree the soup until it has reached your desired consistency (optional). Serve immediately with some bread and a couple spoonful’s of sauerkraut, and enjoy warm! The soup will thicken as it continues to stand.
- Any leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 6 days, or freeze for up to 2 months, just let it thaw before reheating.
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Have you made split pea soup before? What did you think? Share in the comments below.
Lots of love,
🖤 Vanessa