This ham hock and split pea soup stove top recipe takes minutes to prepare and can simmer all afternoon. Warm, delicious and loaded in fiber and protein – it is sure to hit the spot and keep you full throughout the afternoon.
Anyone else love soup season as much as I do? Healthy, affordable and oh-so-comforting, I love getting cozy with a warm bowl of soup as the temps drop.
Hearty, smoky and full of chunky vegetables, the best part about this Split Pea Soup with Ham is that it literally takes minutes to prepare and can sit and simmer all afternoon.
Do you brown bag it to work? Make a big batch on Sunday and bring it to work throughout the week.
Never used a ham hock? Look for them near the ham area of your meat department. They cost just pennies and are a great way to flavor soups and greens.
Don’t have one on hand? Try a few slices of bacon or ham instead. A little smoky, salty flavor will enhance the whole pot. Looking to do a slow cooker version instead? Take a look at this recipe.
Your spoon is waiting.
Split Pea Soup With Ham Hocks
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 306kcal
This stovetop split pea soup recipe takes minutes to prepare and can simmer all afternoon. Warm, delicious and loaded in fiber and protein.
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Ingredients
- 3 carrots diced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 leaves bay
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups split green peas dried and sorted
- 1 smoked ham hock
- 4 cups chicken broth low sodium
- 2 cups water
- salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic vinegar optional garnish
Instructions
- Saute carrots, onion and celery in a large soup pot over medium high heat using non stick spray.
- Season with salt and pepper before adding oregano, bay and garlic.
- Saute 60 more seconds then add peas and ham hock.
- Season with a bit more salt and pepper then add in broth and water. Bring to a boil then simmer for 45 minutes until peas are tender.
- Check for seasoning and add salt or pepper if needed.
- Remove ham hock and bay leaves before serving with a splash of balsamic on top to taste.
Notes
Excellent source of Vitamin A and Iron, good source Vitamin C and calcium
Nutrition Information:
Serving: 2cups | Calories: 306kcal | Carbohydrates: 68.2g | Protein: 27.1g | Fat: 0.6g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 1438mg | Fiber: 25g
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Megan Stevens
December 31, 2018 at 8:12 amMmm, one of my favorite comfort food soups!
Liz DellaCroce
December 31, 2018 at 4:13 pmSo so good!
Anne Lawton
December 30, 2018 at 5:02 pmThis soup looks so good, and I love that this soup looks more like a stew.
Liz DellaCroce
December 31, 2018 at 4:13 pmYes totally!! Happy new Year Anne!
Catherine Baez Sholl
December 30, 2018 at 12:54 amI love split peas! I grew up in the Dominican Republic eating them with rice pretty often. This soup looks amazing!
Liz DellaCroce
December 30, 2018 at 11:55 amOooo that sounds so good!
STACEY CRAWFORD
December 28, 2018 at 12:30 pmI haven’t had split pea and ham soup since I was a kid! Looks so darn good! Perfect for cold weather.
Liz DellaCroce
December 30, 2018 at 11:56 amIsnt it the best? Total comfort!
Renee D Kohley
December 28, 2018 at 10:17 amMy girls just adore split pea soup, and how special with that leftover ham hock it must be! Thanks for sharing!
Liz DellaCroce
December 30, 2018 at 12:10 pmI hope you love it!
Jean
December 27, 2018 at 5:31 pmThis looks so delicious! Ham hocks make such a great hearty addition to soup. Can’t wait to try this.
Liz DellaCroce
December 30, 2018 at 12:10 pmI hope you love it!
Lindsey Dietz
December 26, 2018 at 4:36 pmTotal comfort food! I’ve never cooked with split peas before, but this is inspiring me!
Liz DellaCroce
December 27, 2018 at 2:21 pmI hope you love it!!
Raia Todd
December 26, 2018 at 10:57 amSounds like comfort food!
Liz DellaCroce
December 26, 2018 at 1:23 pmI hope you love it!
LC
August 1, 2013 at 7:26 amInterested in trying out this recipe but I am wondering…what does c mean as a measurement, e.g. 2 c water / 2 c split green peas?
Thank you.
Liz DellaCroce
August 1, 2013 at 9:35 amForgive me – it means cups! I will update the recipe to make it more clear.
LC
August 1, 2013 at 9:37 amNo worries. Thanks for your prompt reply :)
Stefanie
January 31, 2012 at 2:49 pmThis sounds delicious – although I'm vegetarian, so I'd omit the ham hock and use vegetable broth instead. I wonder if it'd still be as good? :)
Liz Della Croce
February 6, 2012 at 11:31 amIt won't be as smokey but it will still be delicious!
Leah
January 27, 2012 at 11:25 amDo u have an alternative to ham/ pork? We don't eat pork
Liz Della Croce
January 30, 2012 at 11:37 pmYou can leave it out- will taste great ithoutbit!
Liz Della Croce
January 24, 2012 at 10:38 amSo glad you enjoyed it!!
Tara Rosin
January 23, 2012 at 8:53 pmI just made this soup and it is great especially on a cold day like today – I didn't have a ham hock so I used a ham steak – I really like when the cook offers alternatives for hard to find items. Thank you :-)….