Hearty Split Pea and Chickpea Soup with Chili Oil

This Hearty Split Pea and Chickpea Soup is the perfect comfort food for chilly days. With the earthy flavors of split peas, chickpeas, and a variety of fresh vegetables, it’s a filling and nutritious meal. The addition of aromatic spices like sweet paprika, oregano, and thyme gives the soup a rich depth of flavor, while the lemon juice and chili oil drizzle bring a refreshing and spicy kick to each bite.

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Preparation, Cook, and Total Times
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4-6 servings
Cuisine
This soup is inspired by hearty Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cooking, featuring legumes, vegetables, and aromatic herbs and spices. The use of chickpeas and split peas creates a rich, protein-packed base, making this soup both satisfying and nutritious.

Full List of Ingredients
1 onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
2 yellow potatoes, diced
1 cup pre-soaked split peas
2 tbsp olive oil
Few sprigs fresh thyme
1 ½ tsp salt
Pepper, to taste
Pinch of chili flakes
½ tsp sweet paprika
Pinch of oregano
400 ml canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1L vegetable stock
1L water
Lemon juice (to serve)
Few sprigs fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Chili oil (to serve)
Step-by-Step Cooking Directions

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