Antoinette's Vegetarian Split Pea Soup

Antoinette's Vegetarian Split Pea Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons coconut oil or olive oil

• 2 cups chopped onion

• 2 cups chopped celery

• 1 cup minced green bell pepper

• 2 cups peeled and chopped carrots

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

• 10 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

• 2 cups dried split peas

• A few pinches of smoked paprika for topping

Directions

• In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onions, green bell pepper

• celery, carrots, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften.

• Add the broth to the pot along with the split peas and bring to a simmer. Lower the heat so the soup stays at a simmer and cook for about 1 ¼ to 1 ½ hours until the split peas are very tender and starting to fall apart.

• Topping with a few pinches of smoked paprika

• Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve in bowls with gluten-free crackers or organic blue tortilla chips.
  

The Health Benefits of Split peas!

• High in soluble fiber; can lower cholesterol.

• Contains isoflavones which can help lower the risk of various types of cancer.

• The high fiber content of split peas can also help regulate blood sugar levels.

• Low in calories

"Be The Healer For Thyself" Antoinette Ouattara

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