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Vegetarian Split Pea Soup Recipe

Recipe by: 106a802496d678ba

"Pressure cooker version of split pea soup for vegetarians. Smoky flavor added using chipotle peppers."
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  • 1Bring a medium-size pot of salted water to a boil, add orzo and cook until al dente. Drain well.
  • 2In a large skillet, saute onion, celery, garlic, and carrots in olive oil for 5 minutes.
  • 3Place vegetables, vegetable broth, peas, thyme, chile pepper, salt and pepper in a pressure cooker. Cover. When pressure cooker reaches full pressure, cook for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the pressure cooker from the heat. Add cooked orzo and serve.
  • 4Note: If you would like creamier soup, puree soup in a food processor or blender. Add additional broth to bring the soup to the consistency you desire.
Ingredients
  • 6 servings
  • 283 cals
  • 3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped carrots
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 quart vegetable broth
  • 1 cup dried split peas
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried chipotle chile pepper
  • salt and pepper to taste
Nutrition

Amount per serving ( 5 total)

  • Calories:
    283
    14%
  • Fat:
    3.5
    5%
  • Carbs:
    50.7
    16%
  • Protein:
    13.4
    27%
  • Cholesterol:
    < 1
    < 1%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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