Instant Pot Split Pea Soup

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Delicious Instant Pot split pea soup that delivers rich, deep flavor in just over an hour.

Submitted by vicky
Updated on September 30, 2023
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 3 stalks celery, diced

  • 2 bay leaves

  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme

  • 3 carrots, chopped

  • 6 slices bacon, chopped (Optional)

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 6 cups chicken broth

  • 1 pound green split peas, rinsed and sorted

Directions

  1. Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Let warm up and add butter and olive oil. Add onion, celery, bay leaves, and thyme. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion starts to turn translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. Add carrots, bacon, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in split peas. Close and lock the lid; set release knob to Sealing position.

  3. Select Manual/Pressure Cook setting according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 18 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  4. Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Turn steam release knob to Venting and use quick-release function for the remaining pressure. Carefully open lid. Remove bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.

Recipe Tip

For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth and 1 teaspoon of liquid smoke for the bacon.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

408 Calories
12g Fat
54g Carbs
24g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 408
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g 15%
Saturated Fat 4g 21%
Cholesterol 26mg 9%
Sodium 1650mg 72%
Total Carbohydrate 54g 19%
Dietary Fiber 21g 75%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 24g 48%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 75mg 6%
Iron 4mg 22%
Potassium 999mg 21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.