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Healthy Recipes using Green Split Peas

Green Split Pea and Quinoa Salad

A refreshing and protein-packed salad combining green split peas and quinoa, perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked green split peas
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked green split peas and quinoa.
  2. Add the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently to combine.

Creamy Green Split Pea Soup

A velvety smooth soup made with green split peas and flavored with aromatic herbs, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup dried green split peas
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Rinse the green split peas and combine them with vegetable broth in a large pot.
  2. Add the onion, carrots, celery, garlic, and thyme, then bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until peas are tender, then blend until smooth.

Green Split Pea Patties

Delicious and nutritious patties made from green split peas, perfect for a healthy burger alternative.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked green split peas
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated carrot
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mash the cooked green split peas and mix in breadcrumbs, grated carrot, parsley, egg, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Form the mixture into patties and place them on a baking sheet.
  3. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.

Green Split Pea and Spinach Curry

A hearty and flavorful curry featuring green split peas and fresh spinach, served with brown rice.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup dried green split peas
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Rinse the green split peas and cook them in vegetable broth until tender.
  2. In a separate pan, sauté onion and garlic until soft, then stir in curry powder.
  3. Add the cooked peas and spinach, simmer for 5 minutes, and season with salt.

Green Split Pea Hummus

A healthy twist on traditional hummus using green split peas, perfect for dipping or spreading.

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

Stuffed Bell Peppers with Green Split Peas

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

Ingredients
  • 4 bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 1 cup cooked green split peas
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix cooked green split peas, brown rice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stuff the bell pepper halves with the mixture and bake for 25-30 minutes.

Green Split Pea and Vegetable Stir-Fry

A vibrant stir-fry featuring green split peas and a medley of colorful vegetables, quick to prepare and packed with nutrients.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked green split peas
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
Instructions
  1. Heat sesame oil in a pan and sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
  2. Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  3. Stir in cooked green split peas and soy sauce, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.

Green Split Pea and Feta Salad

A refreshing salad combining green split peas and feta cheese, drizzled with a tangy lemon vinaigrette.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked green split peas
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped mint
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine cooked green split peas, feta cheese, red onion, and mint.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Green Split Pea and Sweet Potato Mash

A nutritious and creamy mash made with green split peas and sweet potatoes, perfect as a side dish.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked green split peas
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Boil sweet potato cubes until tender, then drain.
  2. In a bowl, mash the sweet potatoes and mix in cooked green split peas and olive oil.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.

Green Split Pea Tacos

Healthy tacos filled with spiced green split peas and topped with fresh salsa, a delicious twist on traditional tacos.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked green split peas
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
  • 4 corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 avocado, sliced
Instructions
  1. In a skillet, heat cooked green split peas with taco seasoning until warmed through.
  2. Warm corn tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
  3. Fill each tortilla with the spiced peas, topped with diced tomatoes, cilantro, and avocado slices.