Vegan split pea soup is a comforting, nourishing bowl loaded with plant-based protein. Dried split peas combine with carrots, onions, celery and aromatic herbs, and when cooked in the Instant Pot the result is a hearty soup ready in under 30 minutes.
This Instant Pot split pea soup has quickly become a family favourite. It’s healthy, protein-packed and perfect for lunch or dinner. Using a pressure cooker dramatically reduces cooking time compared to the stovetop method.
How to make vegan split pea soup in the Instant Pot
The Instant Pot is ideal for recipes with dried legumes because it cuts cooking time dramatically. Where stovetop versions can take an hour or more, the Instant Pot finishes this soup in about 15 minutes of pressure cooking.
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté. Add a couple of tablespoons of oil and heat for a minute, then add the diced celery, onion and carrots. Sauté for 3–5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Add the remaining ingredients (split peas, vegetable stock, garlic, thyme, bay leaf, salt and pepper). Close the lid and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes. Allow a natural or quick release according to your preference, then remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning to taste.
That’s all it takes to make a rich, comforting pot of split pea soup.
How to freeze split pea soup
This soup freezes well. Portion it into individual containers for quick lunches or freeze larger batches for family meals. Thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours before reheating. The soup may thicken after freezing; add a splash of water or stock while reheating to reach your desired consistency.
Dietary considerations
This Instant Pot vegan split pea soup works for a variety of diets:
- Vegan and vegetarian
- Clean eating
- Gluten-free, dairy-free and allergy-friendly (depending on your stock)
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More vegan soup recipes you’ll love
If you enjoy this split pea soup, try other comforting vegan soups such as roasted broccoli and white bean soup or pasta e fagioli (pasta and bean soup).
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Split Pea Soup | Vegan, Instant Pot
Equipment
Ingredients:
- 1 onion – finely diced
- 2 ribs celery – finely diced
- 2 carrots – finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic – minced
- 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 8 cups vegetable stock
- 2 cups split peas (or soup mix of green & yellow peas and red lentils)
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté.
- Add a splash of olive oil and heat for about a minute. Add the diced onion, celery and carrots, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 3–5 minutes until softened.
- Add the split peas, vegetable stock, garlic, thyme and bay leaf. Secure the lid and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes. Release pressure, remove the bay leaf, taste and adjust seasoning. If desired, blend a portion for a creamier texture or leave chunky.
Nutrition
*Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
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