Easy Ham & Split Pea Soup
This old-fashioned split pea soup is thick, hearty, and tastes like it simmered all day — but it’s ready in just about an hour! No soaking required, super budget-friendly, and even better the next day. My Family Begs Me to Make Every Week!
Yield: 4 people
Calories: 518kcal
Cost: $8
Equipment
- 1 Pot
Materials
- 1 medium onion chopped
- Drizzle of Olive Oil
- 1 garlic clove finely chopped
- 1 celery stalk chopped
- 1 carrot diced
- 1 Cup of Diced Ham
- 1 lb green split peas well rinsed
- Seasoning :
- 1 Teaspoon of Salt
- 0.5 Teaspoon of Pepper
- 1 Teaspoon of Garlic Powder
- 1 Teaspoon of Onion Powder
- 1/4 Teaspoon of Cumin
- 4 Cups of Chicken Stock
- 6 Cups of Water
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice optional
Instructions
- Add 1 medium chopped onion, sautéed in a pan with drizzle of olive oil
- Add 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
- Add 1 celery stalk, chopped, 1 carrot, diced, 1 Cup of Diced Ham, Stir for couple minutes.
- Add 1 lb green split peas, well rinsed
- Seasoning with, 1 Teaspoon of Salt, 0.5 Teaspoon of Pepper, 1 Teaspoon of Garlic Powder, 1 Teaspoon of Onion Powder, 1/4 Teaspoon of Cumin, 4 Cups of Chicken Stock, 4 Cups of Water, Cover and simmer for 40 minutes.
- Stir after 20 minutes to prevent sticking.
- After 40 minutes, stir well and add 2 cups of water (or broth) as needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Add 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (optional)
- Cover and simmer for the final 10 minutes.
- Now, It's ready to Enjoy!
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Notes
Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary depending on ingredients and preparation.Nutrition
Calories: 518kcal | Carbohydrates: 77g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 8.3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Fiber: 30.4g | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 5.3mg