NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

0.25 cup green split peas

3.5 oz lean diced ham

0.5 cup yellow onion

0.5 cup carrots

0.5 cup celery

2 cup low-sodium chicken broth

0.5 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.5 tsp smoked paprika

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 whole bay leaf

PREPARATION

• 1

  Rinse the split peas thoroughly under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve and set aside.

• 2

  In a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the diced onion, carrots, and celery.

• 3

  Sauté the vegetables for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onions are translucent and the carrots begin to soften.

• 4

  Stir in the diced ham and smoked paprika, cooking for another 2 minutes to lightly brown the ham and release the smoky aroma.

• 5

  Add the rinsed split peas, chicken broth, sea salt, black pepper, and the bay leaf to the pot.

• 6

  Bring the mixture to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.

• 7

  Simmer for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the peas have broken down and the soup has reached a thick, creamy consistency.

• 8

  Remove the bay leaf before serving and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if desired.