Instant Pot® Vegan Split Pea Soup

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Quick, hearty, and fuss-free vegan split pea soup that is full of flavor and on your table in no time.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 medium onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 pound dried split peas

  • 1 pound red potatoes, chopped

  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced

  • 2 teaspoons liquid smoke flavoring

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves

  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

  • 1 large bay leaf

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 6 cups vegetable broth

Directions

  1. Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add olive oil and onion. Cook until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Cancel Saute function.

  2. Add split peas, potatoes, carrots, liquid smoke, thyme, pepper flakes, bay leaf, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Pour in vegetable broth and mix to combine. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 20 minutes for pressure to build.

  3. Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Remove lid, stir, adjust salt and pepper to taste, and let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

392 Calories
5g Fat
67g Carbs
22g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 392
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 7%
Saturated Fat 1g 4%
Sodium 491mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate 67g 24%
Dietary Fiber 23g 81%
Total Sugars 12g
Protein 22g 43%
Vitamin C 11mg 12%
Calcium 87mg 7%
Iron 5mg 26%
Potassium 1187mg 25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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