Canadian (Habitant) Yellow Pea Soup

Yellow pea soup is a traditional dish in Canadian cuisine, particularly popular in the province of Quebec. It is often served during the winter carnival known as ‘Carnaval de Quebec’.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Canadian (Habitant) Yellow Pea Soup

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Canadian Courses: Lunch, Soup Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 20 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Yellow Peas
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Carrot
• 2 stalk Celery Stalks
• 2 clove Garlic Cloves
• 4 cup Vegetable Stock
• 2 leaf Bay Leaves
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 2 cup Water

Instructions

1. Rinse the yellow peas and soak them in water overnight.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add chopped onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook until vegetables are softened.
4. Drain the soaked peas and add them to the pot.
5. Add vegetable stock, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until the peas are tender.
7. Remove the bay leaves and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
8. If the soup is too thick, add water to reach the desired consistency.
9. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.