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.
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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.
Recipe Notes:
Excellent source of Vitamin A and Iron, good source Vitamin C and calcium
Nutrition Facts
Split Pea Soup With Ham Hocks
Amount Per Serving (2 cups)
Calories 306
Calories from Fat 5
% Daily Value*
Fat 0.6g1%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1438mg63%
Carbohydrates 68.2g23%
Fiber 25g104%
Protein 27.1g54%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Mmm, one of my favorite comfort food soups!
So so good!
This soup looks so good, and I love that this soup looks more like a stew.
Yes totally!! Happy new Year Anne!
I love split peas! I grew up in the Dominican Republic eating them with rice pretty often. This soup looks amazing!
Oooo that sounds so good!
I haven’t had split pea and ham soup since I was a kid! Looks so darn good! Perfect for cold weather.
Isnt it the best? Total comfort!
My girls just adore split pea soup, and how special with that leftover ham hock it must be! Thanks for sharing!
I hope you love it!
This looks so delicious! Ham hocks make such a great hearty addition to soup. Can’t wait to try this.
I hope you love it!
Total comfort food! I’ve never cooked with split peas before, but this is inspiring me!
I hope you love it!!
Sounds like comfort food!
I hope you love it!
Interested 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.
Forgive me – it means cups! I will update the recipe to make it more clear.
No worries. Thanks for your prompt reply :)
This 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? :)
It won't be as smokey but it will still be delicious!
Do u have an alternative to ham/ pork? We don't eat pork
You can leave it out- will taste great ithoutbit!
So glad you enjoyed it!!
I 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 :-)….