Easy Instant Pot Split Pea Soup
Ingredients
- 1 yellow onion
- 4 carrots
- 2 celery ribs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 quarts vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 pound split peas
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- Fresh ground pepper
Directions
- 1
Finely chop the onion. Finely chop the carrots and celery.
- 2
and add the olive oil to the Instant Pot. When it is heated, add the onion, celery and carrots and saute for 7 minutes until the onions are softened. Add the broth, kosher salt and split peas to the Instant Pot. Lock the lid of the Instant Pot. Place the pressure release handle (vent) in the “Sealing” position.
- 3
Press the Pressure Cook button, making sure the “High Pressure” setting is selected, and set the time. Note that it takes 10 to 15 minutes for the pot to “preheat” and come up to pressure before it starts cooking. (During cooking, avoid touching the metal part of the lid.)
- 4
Vent the remaining steam from the Instant Pot by moving the pressure release handle to “Venting”, covering your hand with a towel or hot pad. Never put your hands or face near the vent when releasing steam. Open the pressure cooker lid.
- 5
Stir in the grated garlic (you can grate right into the pot) and liquid smoke, some fresh ground pepper. Add a little more kosher salt if you’d like. Allow to cool and thicken for about 10 minutes before serving (it thickens as it cools). Garnish with hot sauce. Serve with crushed crackers or biscuits.
Easy Instant Pot Split Pea Soup
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, hearty meal that's both healthy and simple to make? This Easy Instant Pot Split Pea Soup delivers on all fronts, offering a satisfying plant-based dinner with minimal effort.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its Instant Pot preparation, transforming humble ingredients into a deeply flavorful soup without hours of simmering on the stovetop. It’s a truly plant-based powerhouse, proving that healthy, vegan dinners can be incredibly robust and delicious, especially with the unique addition of liquid smoke.
You can expect a velvety smooth soup, rich with the earthy goodness of split peas and tender vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion. The subtle hint of liquid smoke adds a comforting depth, reminiscent of classic split pea soups but entirely vegan. It’s a wonderfully filling and healthy meal that warms you from the inside out, perfectly seasoned with kosher salt and fresh ground pepper.
For a slightly different flavor profile, you could adjust the amount of liquid smoke to your preference, making it more or less pronounced. While already packed with carrots, celery, and onion, you could always increase the quantity of these vegetables for an even heartier bowl. If you don't have liquid smoke, the soup will still be savory and delicious with its vegetable base, though it will lack that signature smoky depth.
This Easy Instant Pot Split Pea Soup is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner, especially on a chilly evening. Serve it hot, perhaps with a generous grind of fresh ground pepper, for a simple yet satisfying meal.