Best 4 Greek Split Pea Soup With Lemon Recipes

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If you're craving a hearty, flavorful soup that's perfect for a cold day, look no further than Greek split pea soup with lemon. This classic Greek dish is easy to make and packed with protein, making it a great option for a healthy and satisfying meal. The combination of split peas, vegetables, and aromatic herbs creates a rich and flavorful broth, while the addition of lemon adds a bright and tangy finish. Serve this soup with a side of crusty bread or a dollop of yogurt for a complete and comforting meal.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GREEK SPILT PEA SOUP WITH LEMON



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A recipe from A Week in a Day, episode Souper Charged. I haven't tried this yet, posting here for safekeeping, it looked so good!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons extra virgin oliv oil, plus some for drizzling
1 onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
salt
fresh ground black pepper
6 -8 cups vegetable stock (or chicken stock)
2 cups split peas
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped
1 lemon, juiced
naan bread (or pita or flatbread)
olive oil flavored cooking spray
salt
dried oregano
Greek feta cheese, crumbles for garnish
cumin, for garnish
paprika, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • For the soup: Heat the olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic. Season with salt and pepper and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the stock and peas, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook until just tender, 20 minutes. Remove half the soup and puree with the mint and parsley until smooth(or chunky) in a food processor or high powered blender. Return the puree to the pot, and stir in the lemon juice. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper. Cool and store for a make-ahead meal.
  • For the flatbread: Arrange the flatbread on a wire rack over a baking sheet, spray with the olive oil on both sides and season with salt and oregano. Roast in the oven to toasted and crisp. Store at room temperature in an airtight container.
  • Reheat the soup over medium heat. Serve the soup garnished with feta crumbles and a light sprinkle of cumin and paprika, a drizzle of olive oil and flatbread chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.6, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 21.9, Carbohydrate 65.3, Fiber 26.6, Sugar 9.5, Protein 25.2

YELLOW SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH LEMON



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This is another yellow split pea soup that I found on the internet. I haven't tried it yet, but I'm posting it for ZWT2. If someone converts this to a crock pot recipe, please let me know how you did it!

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Lentil

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups yellow split peas, sorted and rinsed
8 cups water
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 small carrot, peeled and finely diced
2 stalks celery, diced or thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cumin
1 large lemon, juice and zest of
fresh ground black pepper
paprika
fresh parsley or fresh cilantro, minced, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring the peas, water, and bay leaf to a boil, then simmer until the peas are completely soft, about 45 minutes.
  • Remove bay leaf, press peas through a sieve and return the puree to the soup pot.
  • Melt butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add onions and cook until soft. Add carrot, celery, garlic, salt, and ground cumin, and cook 10 minutes.
  • Add the vegetables to the pea puree and simmer until they are soft. (Rinse out the skillet with a small amount of water, then add the water to the soup.) Add lemon peel and juice to taste.
  • Check for salt and cumin and add more of each if desired.
  • Finish with black pepper to taste and serve sprinkled with paprika and garnished with fresh herbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.5, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 255.1, Carbohydrate 43.9, Fiber 17.5, Sugar 6.9, Protein 16.7

GREEK SPLIT PEA SOUP



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Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bag (16 oz) dried split peas (about 2 1/4 cups)
2 large onions, coarsely chopped (2 cups)
3 medium stalks celery, coarsely chopped (about 1 cup)
8 cups water
2 medium red or yellow bell peppers, chopped (2 cups)
1/3 cup uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta (about 2 oz)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 oz)
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • In 5-quart Dutch oven or stockpot, heat split peas, onions, celery and water to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes or until peas are tender.
  • Puree pea mixture with immersion blender. (Or pour about 3 cups mixture into blender. Cover; blend until smooth. Pour into heatproof pitcher or bowl. Repeat with remaining mixture; return to Dutch oven.)
  • Stir in bell peppers, pasta, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat about 15 minutes, stirring frequently so pasta does not stick to pan, or until pasta is tender. Top individual servings with cheese and olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 17 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 500 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

PEA, LEMON, AND EGG-DROP SOUP



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A lighter take on Greek avgolemono, this soup features not only peas but their tendrils. Instead of being used to thicken the broth, the eggs are swirled in to form strands.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Yield Makes 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 pounds fresh garden peas in pods
5 cups homemade chicken stock or 2 1/2 cups canned chicken broth plus 2 1/2 cups water
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest plus 2 to 4 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 to 2 lemons)
3/4 cup pea tendrils or snow pea sprouts

Steps:

  • Shell peas (you should have 1 1/2 cups), reserving pods. Combine pods and stock in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, partially cover, and simmer 30 minutes. Strain out pods, reserving stock.
  • Return 4 cups stock to pot, and bring to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon salt and the peas. Reduce heat, and vigorously simmer until peas are tender and bright green, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add eggs in a slow, steady stream, swirling liquid gently with a fork to create strands. Stir in lemon zest and juice to taste, then pea tendrils. Cook just until tendrils are wilted, about 30 seconds. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Soak the split peas overnight: Soaking the split peas overnight helps to soften them and reduce the cooking time.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for carrots, celery, and onions, but you can also add other vegetables such as potatoes, parsnips, or turnips.
  • Don't overcook the split peas: Split peas are done cooking when they are tender but still hold their shape.
  • Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
  • Serve the soup hot: Greek split pea soup is best served hot, garnished with fresh parsley or mint.

Conclusion:

Greek split pea soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its combination of split peas, vegetables, and herbs, this soup is a healthy and satisfying meal.

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