Name: Vegan Split Pea Soup
Ingredients: 1 cup dried split peas, rinsed; 1 onion, diced; 2 carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 potato, peeled and diced; 6 cups vegetable broth or water; 1 bay leaf; 1 tsp dried thyme; ½ tsp smoked paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 tbsp olive oil; Fresh parsley for garnish (optional

Description

This recipe, “Vegan Split Pea Soup,” is a plant-based version of the classic split pea soup, a hearty, flavorful, and comforting dish often enjoyed during colder months

Ingredients

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1 cup dried split peas, rinsed
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 potato, peeled and diced
6 cups vegetable broth or water
1 bay leaf
1 tsp dried thyme
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil

Fresh parsley for garnish (optional

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Instructions

Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in the rinsed split peas, diced potato, bay leaf, dried thyme, and smoked paprika.
Add Broth/Water: Pour in the vegetable broth or water. Stir to combine.
Bring to Boil and Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 45-50 minutes, or until the split peas are tender and the soup has thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Remove Bay Leaf: Remove the bay leaf and discard it.
Season: Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve: Serve the split pea soup hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley