Description
A cozy, nourishing soup made with split peas, vegetables, and smoky ham for a naturally high-protein, hearty meal perfect for cool weather.
Ingredients
1 ½ large yellow onions, diced
2 large carrots, peeled and diced
3 celery stalks, diced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt, or to taste
1 (16-ounce) bag green split peas
2 ham hocks
8 cups water
Optional toppings: croutons, parmesan cheese, chopped parsley
Instructions
1. Add all ingredients to a large soup pot.
2. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 2 hours.
3. Remove ham hocks, shred meat, discard bones, and return meat to soup.
4. Simmer uncovered for 30 to 45 minutes until thickened.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning.
6. Serve hot with toppings of choice.
Notes
Swap ham with smoked tofu or beans for a vegetarian version.
Add cooked turkey, chicken, or lentils for more protein.
Store in the fridge or freezer for easy reheating.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 388
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 21g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 31mg