NO ham needed for this scrumptious split pea soup made in the crock pot! Split peas are loaded with protein, making them filling and satisfying. Serve this delightful soup with a salad and homemade bread for a rounded out meal!
Growing up, I always lamented the fact that Arizona didn't have more seasonal weather.
The majority of my family is split between Minnesota and Ohio, where the leaves are falling and the weather is cooling, making for a much better Fall feeling.
I drool over the setting in movies set back east or in places where trees are plentiful and cacti are not. The 1978 version of Halloween is one of my favorite movies simply because of the beautiful scenery.
Regardless of the weather, I have a delicious and easy soup for you. I've been making this hearty and flavorful recipe for years, and it couldn't be easier!
I like my soup pretty thick, so I remove the lid at the end and let it cook for an extra 30 minutes or so.
This is a great 'hands off' meal for days when you have a few minutes to spare in the morning and not much leniency at night. Sometimes, if I need a protein boost, I throw in some chopped chicken sausage.
Easy Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups dried split peas rinsed
- ½ small yellow onion about 1/2 cup
- 1 cup celery chopped
- 2 carrots chopped
- 2 garlic cloves chopped
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups water
- 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Layer the ingredients in the order listed (split peas on the bottom, topped with onion, celery, etc.); reserve the parsley.
- Cook the soup on high for 5-6 hours or low for 9-10 hours.
- If at the end of this time the soup is not thickened to your liking, remove the lid and turn the dial to 'high' until it reduces to suit your taste.
- Garnish with parsley, ladle into bowls, and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
If you have a chance to try this recipe, please leave a star rating and a comment below letting me know how you liked it!
Halloween highlights, circa 2013. Jade was a witch, Nat was Cinderella, I was Little Red Riding Hood, and my husband was Zombie Boy.
Amanda
Aaron was just in Tucson for a video shoot and he was telling me how it was so beautiful, but almost like going to another country because the landscape is so different from Boston. He did say the temps were around 80 though, so you definitely have that going for Arizona! Love the photos of your family - so adorable! <3
Lauren
Thanks Amanda! If you're ever here with him, let me know! I'd love to meet you! 😀
Emma
Those pics are so cute! Halloween was pretty much a non-event here...I'm gearing up for Christmas instead.
I love a good split-pea soup to, especially when It's super thick 🙂
Lauren
Thanks Emma! Halloween is pretty much like Christmas for me, but I'm looking forward to the latter this year too!
Matt @ Runner Savvy
I actually love split pea soup! So good with a grilled cheese sandwich.
Lauren
Would you believe I've never had a grilled cheese sandwich? Sooo weird considering I love both bread and cheese!
Gabby @ the veggie nook
Oh I just love split pea soup! Reminds me of my grandma 🙂
Those are adorable Halloween pictures! I can't wait to have kids to dress up 😉
heidi cross
How about throwing in a ham bone. . for that old fashioned flavor
Lauren
Hi Heidi,
I don't eat pork, so I'm unsure about that. You may want to search for a recipe that isn't vegan. 🙂
Anetta Bursh
You are really in food stuff, the combination and everything. I like this soup and hope to gather all the ingredients and try it out. I hope it will come out just as it is in the cup. Lovely ~ Anetta
Anna @ Your Healthy Place
This soup looks delicious and I LOVE your family pics! So cute!
Jenna V
I discovered this on Pinterest yesterday. I made it this morning. And enjoyed it for lunch this afternoon!
So easy and filling and warm and delicious! I did use 6 cups of vegetable broth instead of just water. I also used thyme instead of basil, just because that's what I had. I used my immersion blender to whip it up into a smooth consistency and added a dollop of greek yogurt to my cup full.
Thank you!
Lauren
Thanks Jenna! I'm so happy you enjoyed it! 😀
Jessica
Could you double the recipe? Would it still fit in a normal sized crock pot?
Lauren
It might, but you'd probably have a longer cooking time.