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Healthy Recipes using Dry Yellow Split Peas

Spiced Yellow Split Pea Soup

A hearty and warming soup made with dry yellow split peas, infused with aromatic spices for a comforting meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup dry yellow split peas
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
  1. Rinse the yellow split peas under cold water and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat, add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
  3. Stir in cumin and turmeric, then add the split peas and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 30-40 minutes until peas are tender.

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 yellow split peas
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine cooked yellow split peas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and bell pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad, toss gently, and serve chilled.

Yellow Split Pea Curry

A vibrant and spicy curry made with yellow split peas, coconut milk, and a medley of vegetables.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup dry yellow split peas
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Rinse and soak the yellow split peas for 2 hours, then drain.
  2. In a pot, sauté onion and garlic until soft, then add curry powder and stir for 1 minute.
  3. Add the soaked split peas, coconut milk, and mixed vegetables. Simmer for 30-35 minutes until peas are tender.

Baked Yellow Split Pea Patties

Crispy baked patties made from mashed yellow split peas, herbs, and spices, perfect as a healthy snack or appetizer.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked yellow split peas
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan)
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mash the cooked yellow split peas and mix in breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and egg.
  3. Form the mixture into patties and place them on the baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Yellow Split Pea and Quinoa Bowl

A nutritious bowl combining yellow split peas and quinoa, topped with fresh vegetables and a tahini dressing.

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup dry yellow split peas
  • 1/2 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Rinse the yellow split peas and quinoa, then combine them with water in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes until cooked.
  2. In a bowl, layer the cooked split peas and quinoa with chopped spinach and avocado.
  3. In a small bowl, mix tahini, lemon juice, and salt, then drizzle over the bowl before serving.

Yellow Split Pea Stuffed Bell Peppers

Colorful bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of yellow split peas, rice, and spices, baked to perfection.

Ingredients
  • 4 bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 1 cup cooked yellow split peas
  • 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix cooked yellow split peas, brown rice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stuff the bell pepper halves with the mixture, place in a baking dish, and pour tomato sauce over the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes.

Yellow Split Pea Hummus

A healthy twist on traditional hummus, made with yellow split peas for a unique flavor and texture.

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

Yellow Split Pea and Vegetable Stir-Fry

A quick and colorful stir-fry featuring yellow split peas and seasonal vegetables, tossed in a light soy sauce.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked yellow split peas
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 1 tsp garlic, minced
Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add ginger and garlic, sauté for 1 minute.
  2. Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  3. Stir in cooked yellow split peas and soy sauce, cooking for an additional 2 minutes before serving.

Creamy Yellow Split Pea Risotto

A creamy and comforting risotto made with yellow split peas, arborio rice, and a touch of nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 1/2 cup cooked yellow split peas
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a pot, heat a splash of vegetable broth and sauté onion and garlic until soft.
  2. Add arborio rice and stir for 1-2 minutes before gradually adding vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until absorbed.
  3. Once the rice is creamy and al dente, stir in cooked yellow split peas and nutritional yeast, seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.

Yellow Split Pea Tacos

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

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked yellow split peas
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Corn tortillas
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup salsa
Instructions
  1. In a skillet, heat cooked yellow split peas with chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder until warmed through.
  2. Warm corn tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
  3. Assemble tacos by filling tortillas with the spiced split peas, topping with avocado slices and salsa before serving.