Vegan Gluten Free Split Pea Soup

Vegan Gluten Free Split Pea Soup is a plant-based version of the classic recipe. With tender split peas, aromatic herbs, and sweet, smoky undertones, this vegan split pea soup will be a healthy, staple recipe you actually enjoy!

Author:

Elizabeth | At Elizabeth's Table

Serves:

6

Prep:

20

minutes

Cook:

40

minutes

TOtal:

60

minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 Large Yellow Onion, small diced
  • 5 Cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup
  • 1 Teaspoon Dried Parsley
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Liquid Smoke
  • 1 Teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 Pound Dried Green Split Peas
  • 2 Large Carrots, sliced
  • 3 Stalks Celery, small diced or finely sliced
  • 1 Large Yukon Gold Potato, peeled & small diced
  • 8 Cups Vegetable Stock
  • 1 Bay Leaf

Instructions

  1. In a large pot sauté the onion for 5-7 minutes, until soft. Use a splash of vegetable broth if the onion starts to stick.
  2. Add the garlic, maple syrup, parsley, thyme, liquid smoke, salt, and pepper. Cook 1 minute.
  3. Add the split peas, carrots, celery, potato, vegetable stock, and bay leaf.
  4. Cover, bring to a boil, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the split peas are tender.
  5. Discard the bay leaf.
  6. Serve. If desired top with coconut bacon or serve with crusty bread.