Split Pea and Courgette Soup Recipe

Rich and satisfying, this tasty and nutritious soup will warm a chilly winter's day.

 

Ingredients

  • yellow split peas - 180g

  • courgettes - 2, medium, diced

  • onion - 1, chopped

  • vegetable stock - 900ml

  • ground turmeric - 1 tsp

  • sunflower oil - 2 tsp

  • ground black pepper and salt

  • crusty bread - to serve

Method

  • Place the split peas in a bowl, cover with cold water and leave to soak for several hours. Drain, rinse in cold water and drain again.

  • Cook the onion in the oil in a covered pan, shaking occasionally until soft. Reserve a handful of diced courgettes to use later.

  • Add the remaining courgettes to the pan. Cook for 3 minutes, add the stock, split peas, and turmeric and bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 40 minutes. Season with pepper and salt.

  • Bring a pan of water to boil, add the reserved diced courgettes and cook for 2 minutes. Drain and add to the soup. Serve hot with warm crusty bread. Serves 4.

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