Easy Classic Split Pea Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinners

Easy Split Pea Soup is a comforting classic that’s ready in just 30 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the creaminess and flavor. The cozy, hearty texture will warm you up on chilly nights. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice and Refreshing Guava White Tea Lemonade Copycat Recipe.

What You'll Need for Easy Classic Split Pea Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinners

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb dried split peas
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 carrots, diced
• 3 stalks celery, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 4 cups water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp cumin
• Optional: Chopped fresh parsley
• Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes
• Optional: Croutons

How to Make Easy Classic Split Pea Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinners

1. Step 1: Rinse split peas and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a large pot, sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
3. Step 3: Add split peas, vegetable broth, water, salt, pepper, bay leaf, thyme, and cumin. Bring to a boil.
4. Step 4: Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes or until peas are tender.
5. Step 5: Use an immersion blender to blend until creamy. Alternatively, you can blend in batches using a regular blender.
6. Step 6: Serve hot with your choice of toppings.

Storing & Reheating Easy Classic Split Pea Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinners

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated when needed.

Freezing Easy Classic Split Pea Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinners

Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a thicker soup, simmer uncovered for a few more minutes to reduce the liquid.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the split peas with lentils for a similar texture.
• Make-ahead: This soup freezes well. Make a big batch and freeze individual portions for quick meals.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your soup is too thick, add more water or broth to reach your desired consistency.

Easy Classic Split Pea Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinners

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

30 mins

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Total

40 mins

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Vegetarian, Vegan (with vegetable broth)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb dried split peas
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 carrots, diced
• 3 stalks celery, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced

Seasonings

• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 4 cups water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp cumin

Optional Toppings

• Chopped fresh parsley
• Crushed red pepper flakes
• Croutons

Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse split peas and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a large pot, sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
3. Step 3: Add split peas, vegetable broth, water, salt, pepper, bay leaf, thyme, and cumin. Bring to a boil.
4. Step 4: Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes or until peas are tender.
5. Step 5: Use an immersion blender to blend until creamy. Alternatively, you can blend in batches using a regular blender.
6. Step 6: Serve hot with your choice of toppings.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a thicker soup, simmer uncovered for a few more minutes to reduce the liquid.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the split peas with lentils for a similar texture.
• Make-ahead: This soup freezes well. Make a big batch and freeze individual portions for quick meals.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your soup is too thick, add more water or broth to reach your desired consistency.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
• Make ahead: This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated when needed.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 15g
• Fat: 2g
• Carbs: 45g
• Fiber: 16g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 600mg
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sat. Fat: 0g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Classic Split Pea Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinners and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!