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Healthy Recipes using Organic Yellow Split Peas

Spiced Yellow Split Pea Soup

A warming and nutritious soup made with organic yellow split peas, infused with spices for a delightful flavor.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup organic yellow split peas
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
  1. Rinse the yellow split peas under cold water and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery until softened.
  3. Add the cumin and turmeric, stirring for 1 minute before adding the split peas and vegetable broth.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until peas are tender.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, and serve garnished with fresh cilantro.

Yellow Split Pea Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

A refreshing salad featuring cooked yellow split peas, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic yellow split peas
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked yellow split peas, cucumber, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to combine.
  4. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Yellow Split Pea Curry

A hearty and flavorful curry made with yellow split peas, coconut milk, and a blend of aromatic spices.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup organic yellow split peas
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 cup spinach
  • Salt to taste
  • Cooked brown rice for serving
Instructions
  1. Rinse the yellow split peas and cook them in water until tender, about 30 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
  3. Add curry powder and cumin, cooking for another minute before adding the cooked split peas and coconut milk.
  4. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, then season with salt.
  5. Serve over cooked brown rice.

Yellow Split Pea and Quinoa Patties

Nutritious patties made with yellow split peas and quinoa, perfect for a healthy snack or meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic yellow split peas
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for frying
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine cooked yellow split peas, quinoa, onion, carrot, breadcrumbs, egg, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Form the mixture into patties.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the patties until golden brown on both sides.
  4. Serve with a side salad or yogurt sauce.

Yellow Split Pea Hummus

A creamy and healthy twist on traditional hummus, made with yellow split peas and tahini.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic yellow split peas
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed
Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine cooked yellow split peas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt.
  2. Blend until smooth, adding water as needed to reach desired consistency.
  3. Serve with fresh vegetables or whole-grain pita.

Stuffed Bell Peppers with Yellow Split Peas

Colorful bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of yellow split peas, spices, and vegetables.

Ingredients
  • 4 bell peppers, halved and seeds removed
  • 1 cup cooked organic yellow split peas
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated cheese for topping (optional)
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, sauté onion and zucchini until soft, then stir in cooked yellow split peas, paprika, oregano, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stuff the bell pepper halves with the mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  4. Top with cheese if desired and bake for 25-30 minutes until the peppers are tender.

Yellow Split Pea and Vegetable Stir-Fry

A quick and vibrant stir-fry featuring yellow split peas and a medley of colorful vegetables.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic yellow split peas
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
  1. In a large skillet or wok, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add garlic and ginger, sautéing for 1 minute before adding mixed vegetables.
  3. Stir-fry until vegetables are tender-crisp, then add cooked yellow split peas and soy sauce.
  4. Toss to combine and serve garnished with sesame seeds.

Yellow Split Pea and Sweet Potato Mash

A creamy and nutritious mash combining yellow split peas and sweet potatoes, perfect as a side dish.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic yellow split peas
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh chives for garnish
Instructions
  1. Boil sweet potato cubes until tender, then drain and mash.
  2. In a bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato with cooked yellow split peas and olive oil.
  3. Season with salt and pepper, mixing until smooth.
  4. Serve garnished with fresh chives.

Yellow Split Pea Tacos

Flavorful tacos filled with spiced yellow split peas, topped with fresh avocado and salsa.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic yellow split peas
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • Corn tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
  1. In a skillet, heat cooked yellow split peas with chili powder and cumin until warmed through.
  2. Warm corn tortillas in a separate pan.
  3. Assemble tacos by filling tortillas with spiced split peas, avocado slices, and salsa.
  4. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.