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Healthy Recipes using Dry Green Split Peas

Spicy Green Split Pea Soup

A hearty and spicy soup made with dry green split peas, infused with aromatic spices for a warm and comforting meal.

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

Green Split Pea Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

A refreshing salad combining cooked green split peas with crisp vegetables and a zesty lemon vinaigrette.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked green split peas
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine cooked green split peas, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
  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.

Green Split Pea and Quinoa Bowl

A nutritious bowl filled with protein-rich green split peas, quinoa, and a variety of colorful vegetables.

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup dry green split peas
  • 1/2 cup quinoa
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Rinse the green split peas and quinoa, then cook them separately in vegetable broth according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, sauté the mixed vegetables in olive oil until tender.
  3. Combine the cooked split peas, quinoa, and sautéed vegetables in a bowl, seasoning with salt and pepper.

Green Split Pea Curry

A flavorful and creamy curry made with green split peas, coconut milk, and a blend of spices for a delightful meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup dry green split peas
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Rinse the green split peas and set aside.
  2. In a pot, sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, then add curry powder.
  3. Stir in the split peas, coconut milk, and vegetable broth, simmering until peas are tender and the curry thickens.

Green Split Pea Hummus

A unique twist on traditional hummus, using green split peas for a protein-packed dip that’s perfect for snacking.

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

Green Split Pea and Vegetable Stir-Fry

A quick and healthy stir-fry featuring green split peas and a colorful array of vegetables for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked green split peas
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat and add ginger.
  2. Add bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot, stir-frying until tender.
  3. Stir in cooked green split peas and soy sauce, cooking until heated through.

Green Split Pea Pancakes

Nutritious and savory pancakes made with green split peas, perfect for a healthy breakfast or brunch option.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked green split peas
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mash the cooked green split peas and mix in flour, water, baking powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, pouring batter to form pancakes.
  3. Cook until golden brown on both sides, then serve with yogurt or avocado.

Green Split Pea and Sweet Potato Mash

A comforting mash combining green split peas and sweet potatoes, seasoned for a delicious side dish.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked green split peas
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
  1. Boil sweet potato cubes until tender, then drain and mash.
  2. Incorporate the cooked green split peas, olive oil, salt, pepper, and nutmeg into the mash.
  3. Serve warm as a side dish.

Green Split Pea and Spinach Stuffed Peppers

Colorful bell peppers stuffed with a nutritious mixture of green split peas and spinach, baked to perfection.

Ingredients
  • 4 bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 1 cup cooked green split peas
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cooked rice
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix cooked green split peas, spinach, rice, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stuff the bell pepper halves with the mixture and place in a baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes until peppers are tender.

Green Split Pea and Mushroom Risotto

A creamy risotto featuring green split peas and mushrooms, providing a healthy twist on a classic dish.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 1/2 cup dry green split peas
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a pot, sauté onion and mushrooms until soft.
  2. Add arborio rice and toast for a minute, then gradually add vegetable broth, stirring constantly.
  3. Incorporate cooked green split peas and Parmesan cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.