SPLIT PEA AND ZUCCHINI SOUP

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This is a very nice soup and a change from the regular split pea soup. I adapted it from Mediterranean: Food of the Sun.

Provided by Engineer in the Kit

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup split peas
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 medium zucchini, finely diced
4 cups water
3 teaspoons vegetable bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon turmeric or 1/2 teaspoon saffron
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Soak the split pea overnight in cold water, or at least 6 hours.
  • Cook the onion in the oil until soft. Add the zucchini to the pan stirring for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the water, split pea, veg bouillon, tumeric, salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, then cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the split peas are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.8, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 313.7, Carbohydrate 36.1, Fiber 14.2, Sugar 6.8, Protein 13.6

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