Healthy Recipes using Green Split Peas
Green Split Pea Soup with Spinach and Lemon
A vibrant and nutritious soup that combines the earthy flavors of green split peas with fresh spinach and a zesty lemon twist.
- 1 cup green split peas
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Rinse the green split peas and soak them for a few hours if desired.
- In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic, and carrot until softened.
- Add the split peas and vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then simmer for 30 minutes.
- Stir in the spinach and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Green Split Pea Salad with Feta and Mint
A refreshing salad featuring protein-packed green split peas, tangy feta cheese, and fragrant mint for a perfect summer dish.
- 1 cup cooked green split peas
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked green split peas, feta, mint, cucumber, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad, toss gently, and serve chilled.
Spiced Green Split Pea Curry
A hearty and aromatic curry that showcases green split peas simmered in a blend of spices and coconut milk for a creamy finish.
- 1 cup green split peas
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- Salt to taste
- Rinse the green split peas and set aside.
- In a pot, sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
- Add the curry powder and cumin, stirring for 1 minute before adding the split peas and vegetable broth.
- Simmer for 30 minutes, then stir in the coconut milk and season with salt before serving.
Green Split Pea and Quinoa Burgers
These protein-packed burgers blend green split peas and quinoa, making for a delicious and healthy vegetarian option.
- 1 cup cooked green split peas
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
- In a bowl, combine the cooked split peas, quinoa, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Form the mixture into patties and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Green Split Pea and Carrot Mash
A creamy and nutritious mash that pairs green split peas with sweet carrots, perfect as a side dish or a healthy spread.
- 1 cup cooked green split peas
- 1 cup carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish
- Boil the carrots until tender, then drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine the cooked split peas and carrots, then mash with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs.
Green Split Pea and Vegetable Stir-Fry
A colorful stir-fry featuring green split peas and an array of fresh vegetables, tossed in a light soy sauce for a quick and healthy meal.
- 1 cup cooked green split peas
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Heat sesame oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot, stir-frying until tender.
- Stir in the cooked split peas, soy sauce, and ginger, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes before serving.
Green Split Pea and Avocado Toast
A nutritious twist on classic avocado toast, topped with a spread of green split peas for added protein and fiber.
- 1 cup cooked green split peas
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 slices whole grain bread
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes for garnish
- In a bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the cooked green split peas on toasted bread, then top with the avocado mixture.
- Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and serve immediately.
Green Split Pea Pancakes with Herbs
Savory pancakes made with green split peas and fresh herbs, perfect for a healthy breakfast or brunch option.
- 1 cup cooked green split peas
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup chopped herbs (parsley, cilantro)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
- In a bowl, mash the split peas and mix with flour, water, herbs, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and pour in the batter to form pancakes.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Green Split Pea and Sweet Potato Stew
A comforting stew that combines green split peas and sweet potatoes, enriched with spices for a hearty meal.
- 1 cup green split peas
- 1 large sweet potato, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add the sweet potato, green split peas, vegetable broth, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender.
Green Split Pea Hummus
A healthy twist on traditional hummus, this version uses green split peas for a unique flavor and texture, perfect for dipping.
- 1 cup cooked green split peas
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Water as needed
- In a food processor, combine the cooked split peas, tahini, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and salt.
- Blend until smooth, adding water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Serve with fresh vegetables or whole grain crackers.