Best 8 Simple Split Pea And Barley Vegetable Soup Recipes

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If you are searching for a simple and wholesome soup to warm your soul, then this simple split pea and barley vegetable soup is the perfect choice. This delightful soup is not only incredibly easy to prepare, but it is also packed with nutritious vegetables, hearty barley, and flavorful split peas. The subtle sweetness from carrots, celery, and onions blends beautifully with the earthy notes of barley and split peas, while a touch of herbs and spices adds a subtle depth of flavor. You can personalize it by adjusting the vegetable combination or adding your favorite protein source. Whether served as a comforting lunch or a cozy dinner, this simple split pea and barley vegetable soup is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

GREEN SPLIT PEA & BARLEY SOUP



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Make and share this Green Split Pea & Barley Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Grains

Time 2h55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups split peas, rinsed and drained
3 carrots, chopped
3 -4 stalks celery, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
12 cups water, chicken or 12 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup pearl barley, rinsed and drained
1 bay leaf
salt
pepper, to taste
2 cloves garlic, crushed (optional)
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 medium onions, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot, combine split peas, carrots, celery and 1 onion with water.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Stir in barley, bay leaf and garlic, if using.
  • Reduce heat and simmer partly covered for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Stir occasionally.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a nonstick skillet, heat oil.
  • Saute the remaining 2 onions on medium heat until well-browned, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Add onions to soup along with dill.
  • Simmer soup 5 to 10 minutes longer.
  • Discard bay leaf.
  • Reheats and/or freezes well.
  • If soup gets thick, add a little water or broth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.9, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 32.5, Carbohydrate 30.6, Fiber 10.7, Sugar 4.8, Protein 9.4

SPLIT PEA AND BARLEY SOUP



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Make and share this Split Pea and Barley Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Grains

Time 1h55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups dried split peas
1/2 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 medium carrot, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 stalk celery, coarsely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup pearl barley
salt
fresh ground white pepper

Steps:

  • Place broth, split peas, onion, carrot, celery and garlic into a 3-quart pot.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour.
  • Mix soup, a small amount at a time, in a food processor or blender.
  • Return pureed soup to pot and add barley.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 30 to 40 minutes or until barley is tender.
  • Season with salt and white pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.7, Fat 2.2, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 93.6, Carbohydrate 47.8, Fiber 15.7, Sugar 5.4, Protein 18.8

SPLIT PEA AND BARLEY SOUP



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dinner, appetizer

Time 3h15m

Yield 8 - 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound green split peas
Water
3 tablespoons butter or cooking oil
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped carrot
2 bay leaves
1/2 cup medium barley
Juice of 1 lemon
1/3 cup minced fresh dill
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Sour cream or plain yogurt (optional)

Steps:

  • Pick over the split peas. Rinse, drain and place them in a saucepan. Cover with water to the depth of one inch, bring to a boil and cook for two minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to soften for one hour.
  • Melt butter or oil in a large, heavy kettle. Add onion, celery and carrot and saute over medium heat until soft and just barely beginning to color. Drain and rinse the peas and add them. Add 10 cups of water and the bay leaves.
  • Bring to a boil, lower heat to a simmer and cook for one hour. Add the barley and continue cooking one hour longer.
  • Stir the soup, add lemon juice and dill. Season to taste with salt (don't be surprised if you need quite a bit) and pepper. Serve topped with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt if you wish.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 242, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 216 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

HEARTY VEGETABLE SPLIT PEA SOUP



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This slow-cooker soup is my secret weapon on busy days. It's delicious served with oyster crackers that are tossed in a bit of melted butter and herbs and then lightly toasted in the oven. -Whitney Jensen, Spring Lake, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 7h10m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) dried green split peas, rinsed
1 large carrot, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 bay leaf
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 cups water

Steps:

  • In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 7-9 hours or until peas are tender. Stir before serving. Discard bay leaf. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 462mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 15g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

VEGETARIAN SPLIT PEA SOUP



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Even the pickiest eater will request this vegetarian split pea soup recipe time and again. Thick and well-seasoned, it's a nutritional powerhouse packed with fiber and protein. It's wonderful with a slice of crusty French bread. -Michele Doucette, Stephenville, Newfoundland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h45m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 cups vegetable broth
2 cups dried green split peas, rinsed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup chopped carrots
2 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Optional: Shredded carrots and sliced green onions

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first 9 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until peas are tender, about 1 hour, stirring occasionally. , Add salt and pepper; simmer 10 minutes longer. Remove soup from heat; cool slightly. Process in batches in a blender or food processor until smooth; return to pan and heat through. If desired, garnish with carrots and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 771mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 15g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

SIMPLE VEGAN SPLIT PEA SOUP



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I like this soup so much that I often make it weekly during cooler months.

Provided by Doug in Manhattan

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Split Pea Soup Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup dried split peas
5 cups cold water
¼ cup diced onion
¼ cup thinly sliced celery
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 pinch coarse salt
2 cloves garlic, crushed, or more to taste
3 bay leaves, or more to taste
1 cup sliced carrots, or more to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Inspect peas, discarding any stones, foreign matter, or unattractive peas. Place peas in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water to remove pea dust.
  • Transfer drained peas into a pot with a lid and a heavy, heat-diffusing bottom. Add water, onion, celery, ketchup, olive oil, salt, garlic, and bay leaves. Cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to a very slow simmer. Cook, stirring and scraping the bottom every 7 to 12 minutes, until peas have largely fallen apart, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Stir carrots into the soup. Cook, covered, stirring often, until peas are completely dissolved and soup is thick, about 1 1/2 hours more. Remove and discard bay leaves. Season with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 13.8 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 124.8 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

VEGAN SPLIT PEA SOUP I



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This makes a very thick vegetarian split pea soup. To make it thinner, reduce the amount of split peas or add more water. Depending on the density of split peas, it may take a while for the vegetables and peas to soften, but you can't really overcook this soup; just stir occasionally, and add water if it gets too dry. Seasonings can be altered to taste. Tastes even better reheated.

Provided by Deborah Sah

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Split Pea Soup Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 bay leaf
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups dried split peas
½ cup barley
1 ½ teaspoons salt
7 ½ cups water
3 carrots, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
3 potatoes, diced
½ cup chopped parsley
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium high heat, saute the oil, onion, bay leaf and garlic for 5 minutes, or until onions are translucent. Add the peas, barley, salt and water. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the carrots, celery, potatoes, parsley, basil, thyme and ground black pepper. Simmer for another hour, or until the peas and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Fat 2.2 g, Fiber 14.2 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 386.6 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

VEGGIE-PACKED ONE-POT SPLIT PEA SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



Veggie-Packed One-Pot Split Pea Soup Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: sourdough loaf, olive oil, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, split peas, dried thyme, salt, pepper, turmeric, red pepper flakes, potatoes, vegetable stock, bay leaves

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 sourdough loaf
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 ½ cups split peas
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon turmeric
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 potatoes, cubed
8 cups vegetable stock
2 bay leaves

Steps:

  • On a cutting board, place the loaf of bread on its side and slice off the top portion. Using a small knife, cut around the inside of the bread, being careful not to cut through the sides, and scoop out the center of the roll. Save this for dipping later on or use for bread crumbs.
  • In a large soup pot, combine the olive oil, onions, carrots, and celery, and cook 5 minutes over medium heat until onions are translucent.
  • Add the garlic and cook 2 minutes.
  • Add the split peas, thyme, salt, pepper, tumeric, and red pepper flakes, and stir until well combined.
  • Add the vegetable stock and bay leaves, cover with a lid and cook for 40 minutes.
  • Add potatoes, then cover and cook 20 more minutes.
  • Remove bay leaves and serve soup in your bread bowl.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 748 calories, Carbohydrate 72 grams, Fat 43 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 15 grams

Tips:

  • Soak the split peas and barley overnight or for at least 4 hours before cooking. This will help them to cook more quickly and evenly.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your soup. This will add flavor, color, and nutrients.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different seasonings. A few well-chosen herbs and spices can really elevate the flavor of your soup.
  • Serve your soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers. This will help to soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Split pea and barley vegetable soup is a hearty, flavorful, and nutritious meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make a delicious and satisfying soup that the whole family will enjoy.

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