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Vegan Split Pea Soup Recipe

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This hearty vegan split pea soup is a nourishing blend of sweet potatoes, split peas, and fresh vegetables cooked in a savory vegetable broth. Perfect for a cozy meal, this recipe offers a comforting bowl full of flavor, fiber, and plant-based protein, making it both satisfying and wholesome.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 3 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
  • 3 medium stalks celery (chopped)
  • 4 medium carrots (peeled and sliced)
  • 1 sweet onion (peeled and diced)
  • 3 medium garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1¼ cups corn kernels

Legumes

  • 1 cup dry green split peas (rinsed and drained)

Liquids & Oils

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or water
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 4 cups water

Spices

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1–2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (optional, depending on saltiness of broth)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Vegetables: Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, chop celery, peel and slice carrots, and add corn kernels. Place all these vegetables in a mixing bowl to set aside.
  2. Dice Onion: Peel and dice the sweet onion, then set it aside separately.
  3. Rinse Split Peas: Thoroughly rinse and drain the dry green split peas to remove any impurities or dust.
  4. Sauté Onion: Preheat a dutch oven or pot over high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil or water. Once hot and sizzling, add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Sauté Vegetables: Add all the prepared vegetables from the mixing bowl into the pot with the onions. Sauté for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally and adding water if the vegetables begin sticking to the pot.
  6. Add Spices: Stir in black pepper, Italian seasoning, cayenne pepper (if using), and optional salt. Cook for an additional minute to release the flavors.
  7. Add Liquids and Split Peas: Pour in the vegetable broth and stir well to combine. Add the rinsed split peas and the 4 cups of water, mixing all together thoroughly.
  8. Bring to Boil and Simmer: Let the mixture come to a rolling boil, then reduce the heat to medium. Keep it uncovered and let it simmer at a high simmer for one hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
  9. Adjust Consistency: After an hour, the stew should have thickened due to the tender split peas and softened vegetables. Adjust thickness by adding more vegetable broth for a soup-like consistency or cook longer to thicken more.

Notes

  • If you want a thicker stew, simmer uncovered longer to reduce the liquid.
  • You can substitute vegetable oil with water or olive oil for a lighter option.
  • Optional cayenne pepper adds a nice spicy kick but can be omitted for mild flavor.
  • Use low-sodium vegetable broth to control salt content.
  • This soup stores well and tastes even better the next day.

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