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Healthy Recipes using Yellow Split Peas

Yellow Split Pea Curry

A hearty and nutritious curry made with yellow split peas, coconut milk, and a blend of spices, perfect for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup yellow split peas
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
  1. Rinse the yellow split peas and soak them for at least 2 hours.
  2. In a pot, sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, then add curry powder and turmeric.
  3. Stir in the soaked split peas, coconut milk, and vegetable broth, simmer for 30-40 minutes until peas are tender, season with salt and pepper, and garnish with cilantro.

Yellow Split Pea Salad

A refreshing salad featuring yellow split peas, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lemon dressing, ideal for a light lunch.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked yellow split peas
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine 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 dressing over the salad, toss well, and serve chilled.

Yellow Split Pea Soup

A comforting and nutritious soup made with yellow split peas, carrots, celery, and herbs, perfect for any season.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup yellow split peas
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Rinse the yellow split peas and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, sauté onion, garlic, carrot, and celery until softened.
  3. Add yellow split peas, vegetable broth, thyme, salt, and pepper, bring to a boil, then simmer for 30-40 minutes until peas are tender.

Yellow Split Pea Veggie Burgers

Delicious and protein-packed veggie burgers made with yellow split peas, oats, and spices, perfect for grilling.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked yellow split peas
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for frying
  • Burger buns and toppings of choice
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mash the cooked yellow split peas and mix in oats, breadcrumbs, onion, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Form the mixture into patties and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown, serve on buns with toppings.

Yellow Split Pea and Quinoa Bowl

A nourishing bowl filled with yellow split peas, quinoa, and roasted vegetables, drizzled with a tahini dressing.

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup cooked yellow split peas
  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup mixed roasted vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, carrots)
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Prepare quinoa and roast vegetables in the oven until tender.
  2. In a bowl, combine cooked yellow split peas, quinoa, and roasted vegetables.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, then drizzle over the bowl and serve.

Yellow Split Pea Hummus

A healthy twist on traditional hummus made with yellow split peas, garlic, tahini, and lemon, perfect for dipping.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked yellow split peas
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed
Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine cooked yellow split peas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil.
  2. Blend until smooth, adding water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
  3. Season with salt and serve with pita or vegetables.

Yellow Split Pea Stir-Fry

A vibrant stir-fry featuring yellow split peas, colorful vegetables, and a savory soy sauce glaze, perfect for a quick dinner.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked yellow split peas
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • Green onions for garnish
Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil and sauté ginger and mixed vegetables until tender.
  2. Add cooked yellow split peas and soy sauce, stir-frying for another 2-3 minutes.
  3. Serve hot, garnished with green onions.

Yellow Split Pea Pancakes

Savory pancakes made with yellow split peas and herbs, perfect for a healthy breakfast or brunch option.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup yellow split pea flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Chopped herbs (parsley, cilantro) to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix yellow split pea flour, water, baking powder, salt, and herbs until smooth.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and pour batter to form pancakes, cooking until golden on both sides.
  3. Serve warm with yogurt or a dipping sauce.

Yellow Split Pea and Spinach Stew

A nutritious stew combining yellow split peas and spinach, flavored with spices and served with whole grain bread.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup yellow split peas
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Rinse yellow split peas and set aside.
  2. In a pot, sauté onion and garlic until soft, add cumin, then stir in split peas and vegetable broth.
  3. Simmer for 30 minutes, add spinach, season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.

Yellow Split Pea Tacos

Flavorful tacos filled with spiced yellow split peas, topped with fresh salsa and avocado, perfect for a healthy twist on taco night.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked yellow split peas
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Corn tortillas
  • Fresh salsa
  • Sliced avocado
  • 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 and fill them with the spiced split peas.
  3. Top with fresh salsa, avocado slices, and cilantro before serving.