Best 6 Lentil Soup With Peas And Ham Recipes

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Lentil soup is a hearty, simple dish that is perfect for a cold day or a quick weeknight meal. It can be made with a variety of ingredients, but the most traditional version includes lentils, peas, ham, and vegetables. Lentils are a type of legume that are high in protein and fiber, and they have a mild, nutty flavor. Peas are also high in protein and fiber, and they add a sweet, starchy flavor to the soup. Ham adds a smoky, savory flavor to the soup, and it also helps to thicken the broth. Vegetables such as carrots, celery, and onions add flavor and texture to the soup.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

LENTIL AND PEA SOUP (HAM HOCKS)



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Try this hearty soup for supper with chunks of rye bread to dunk. All you'll need to finish a comfort food supper is some apples and cheese for dessert.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 3h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups chopped Spanish onions
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
12 cups water
1 cup dried brown lentils
1 cup dried split peas
4 smoked ham hocks (about 3 3/4 lbs)
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 -2 bay leaf
1 1/2 cups diced carrots
1 1/4 cups chopped celery
lemon slice

Steps:

  • In a heavy (cast iron is best) dutch oven heat oil over medium heat.
  • Add onion and garlic and cook about 5 minutes, stirring until soft.
  • Add remaining ingredients except carrots,celery and lemon slices.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover pot.
  • Simmer 1 1/4 hours.
  • Add carrots and celery.
  • Bring back to boil then reduce heat and simmer 40 minutes, uncovered.
  • Remove pot from heat.
  • Lift out hocks and bay leaf, discard bay leaves.
  • Cool hocks enough to handle, remove fat and bones.
  • Put meat back in soup. Stir and heat gently.
  • Float a lemon slice on top of each serving.

HAM AND LENTIL SOUP



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This lentil soup with ham is a combination of two soup recipes I came across and adapted. I often serve it for Sunday dinner, making enough so there are leftovers for my husband's lunch thermos. A bricklayer, he regularly works outside during winter. -Andi Haug, Hendrum, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 meaty ham bone
6 cups water
1-1/4 cups dried lentils, rinsed
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 to 3 carrots, sliced
2 celery ribs, sliced
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon pepper
12 ounces bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, bring ham bone and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours. , Remove ham bone. To broth, add the lentils, tomatoes, carrots, celery, onions and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until lentils and vegetables are tender, 30-40 minutes., Meanwhile, remove ham from bone; coarsely chop. Add the ham, sausage and parsley to soup; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 355mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

LENTIL HAM SOUP



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One of my family's go-to recipes for using leftover Christmas ham. Enjoy with crusty French bread.

Provided by Arielle Darling

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Pork Soup Recipes     Ham Soup

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (32 ounce) carton low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups water
2 carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup dried lentils
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 ½ cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Stir chicken broth, water, carrots, celery, onion, lentils, garlic, and red wine vinegar together in a large stockpot; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook at a simmer until the carrots are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir ham, mustard, salt, and pepper into the soup; continue cooking until the lentils are tender, 20 to 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 16.1 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 693.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

FABULOUS HAM BONE AND LENTIL SOUP



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I didn't have any split peas, but I had a ham bone and decided to try lentil soup with ham. This is good stuff. Recipe courtesy of grouprecipes.com.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 meaty ham bone
6 cups water
1 1/4 dried lentils, rinsed and sorted
28 ounces tomatoes, canned with juice cut up
3 carrots, sliced
2 celery ribs, sliced
1/4 cup scallion, chopped (spring or green onions)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon oregano, dried
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, bring ham bone and water to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
  • To broth, add lentils, tomatoes, carrots, celery, onions, and seasonings and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and cover and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes or until lentils and vegetables are tender.
  • Meanwhile, remove ham from bone and coarsely chop.
  • Add ham and parsley to soup and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.1, Fat 0.3, Sodium 180.6, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 4, Protein 1.3

INSTANT POT® LENTIL AND HAM SOUP



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A delicious and hearty soup when you don't have all day. Just about one hour til yum! Thank you queendiva1 for a great base recipe!

Provided by nolteteam

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Pork Soup Recipes     Ham Soup

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup carrots, 1/4-inch slices
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups diced cooked ham
1 cup lentils
½ teaspoon dried basil leaves
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
4 cups chicken broth
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup water
1 small bay leaf
1 ¼ teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil and warm for a few minutes. Add onion and celery; saute for 2 minutes. Add carrots; saute for 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in ham, lentils, basil, oregano, and thyme. Add chicken broth, tomato sauce, and water. Stir in bay leaf.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Remove lid carefully. Discard bay leaf. Stir salt, lemon juice, and pepper into the soup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 13.8 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1104 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

LENTIL-BARLEY HAM SOUP



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"This hearty veggie-and-herb soup is light and easy to prepare, yet still has all the delicious flavor of my grandmother's original recipe," writes Priscilla Gilbert of Indian Harbour Beach, Florida.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon butter
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1/2 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
3/4 cup sliced fresh carrots
1/2 cup quick-cooking barley
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the onion, celery and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in the broth, lentils, basil, oregano, rosemary and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. , Add ham and carrots. Cover and simmer 10 minutes longer. Return to a boil; stir in the barley. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until barley and lentils are tender. Stir in tomatoes; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 1172mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh vegetables, flavorful ham, and a good quality stock.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of lentils. There are many varieties available, each with its own unique flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have time to soak the lentils overnight, you can quick-soak them by boiling them for 5 minutes, then removing them from the heat and letting them sit for 30 minutes.
  • Add the vegetables to the soup in stages, starting with the root vegetables and then adding the softer vegetables towards the end of the cooking time.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices. You can also add a touch of acidity with lemon juice or vinegar.
  • Serve the soup hot with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Lentil soup with peas and ham is a hearty, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very versatile soup that can be easily adapted to your own taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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