Instant Pot Split Pea Soup
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
6 9 cups total
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Calories
35237 kcal
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Cuisine
Vegetarian, Vegan, gluten-free
Instant Pot Split Pea Soup
Description
This soup begins by adding diced onions, sliced carrots and celery, minced garlic, split peas, and seasoning including smoked paprika, thyme, and a bay leaf into a pressure cooker. Coconut oil is used to add subtle richness. The ingredients cook under high pressure for 15 minutes, fully softening the peas and melding flavors efficiently.
The natural starch released by the split peas thickens the soup, creating a smooth yet hearty texture. Smoked paprika and thyme provide earthiness and a gentle warmth. The combination of these ingredients results in a comforting, savory soup that is filling and nutrient-rich.
Instant Pot cooking shortens the traditional simmering time while developing deep flavors. The soup serves well with crusty bread for dipping, making it suitable as a main meal or starter.
To adapt the cooking fat, coconut oil can be substituted with butter or any preferred cooking oil. It is important not to overfill the pressure cooker, especially when cooking legumes, to maintain safe operation.
Ingredients
- 1 yellow onion $0.25
- 3 carrot $0.32
- 3 celery ribs $0.50
- 2 cloves garlic $0.16
- 1 lb split peas $1.09
- 2 Tbsp coconut oil $0.47
- 1 bay leaf $0.15
- 1/2 Tbsp smoked paprika $0.15
- 1/4 tsp thyme $0.02
- black pepper $0.05, freshly cracked
- 6 cups vegetable broth $0.81
Instructions
- Dice the onion, slice the carrots and celery, and mince the garlic. Place the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic in the pressure cooker along with all the remaining ingredients.
- Secure the lid on the pressure cooker, close the steam valve, and set the cooker to high pressure for 15 minutes (Instant Pot: Manual function, set time to 15 minutes). After 15 minutes of high pressure, allow the cooker to release pressure naturally. (Total cook time with coming up to pressure, cooking, and natural pressure release is approximately 45 minutes.)
- Once the cooker returns to normal pressure, open the steam valve, open the lid, and stir the soup. Taste and adjust the salt or other seasonings as needed. Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute coconut oil with butter or any favored cooking oil for a different fat profile.
- When pressure cooking beans or peas, ensure the cooker is not filled beyond the manufacturer's recommended maximum fill level for legumes to avoid safety hazards.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 69 cups total
Amount Per Serving
Calories 35237 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 352.37kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 55.87g | 19% |
| Protein | 18.2g | 36% |
| Fat | 7.62g | 12% |
| Sodium | 883.45mg | 37% |
| Fiber | 18.52g | 74% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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