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a blue bowl filled with split pea soup next to an onion, celery, and several carrots on a silver tray
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5 from 13 votes

Split Pea Soup For One

This hearty split pea soup is made with dried split peas, diced ham, and vegetables, all simmered together in a flavorful broth until tender. Simple, filling, and perfect for one.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Main Dish, Soup
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Lactose
Keyword: pea soup, soup, split pea soup, split pea soup with ham
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ½ tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup chopped onions
  • 1 medium carrot -peeled and chopped
  • 1 celery rib -chopped
  • 1 clove garlic -minced
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup diced ham (0.7-ounces)
  • ⅓ cup dried green split peas -rinsed and drained (2-ounces)
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
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Instructions

  • In a 2-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, celery, garlic, and salt. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
  • Stir in diced ham, split peas, broth, bay leaf, Italian seasoning, and black pepper.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until peas are tender.
  • Remove and discard the bay leaf. Take the pot off the heat.
  • Ladle into a bowl. If the soup is too thick, stir in a little water. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Notes

  • Read First: Review the full recipe and Ingredient Notes before starting for the best results.
  • Make It Heartier: Add a diced red potato with the vegetables for extra texture and richness.
  • Adjust Thickness: If the soup is too thin, simmer uncovered for 10 minutes to thicken and deepen the flavor.
  • Reheating: The soup thickens as it cools. Add a splash of water or broth when reheating to loosen it up.
If doubling the recipe, use a 3.5 - 4-quart pot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 401kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 709mg | Potassium: 934mg | Fiber: 20g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 10308IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 4mg

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