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Healthy Recipes using Yellow Split Peas

Yellow Split Pea Curry

A hearty and flavorful curry made with yellow split peas, coconut milk, and a blend of spices, perfect for a nutritious 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
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
  1. Rinse the yellow split peas and cook them in water until tender, about 30 minutes.
  2. In a large pan, sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
  3. Add curry powder and turmeric, then stir in the cooked split peas and coconut milk. Simmer for 10 minutes and serve garnished 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 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked yellow split peas, cucumber, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, 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, and celery, perfect for any time of the year.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup yellow split peas
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a pot, sauté onion, carrot, and celery until softened.
  2. Add yellow split peas, vegetable broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes until peas are tender. Blend for a creamy texture if desired.

Yellow Split Pea Burgers

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

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked yellow split peas
  • 1/2 cup oats
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mash the cooked yellow split peas and mix in oats, breadcrumbs, soy sauce, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Form the mixture into patties and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Cook on a grill or skillet for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Yellow Split Pea and Quinoa Bowl

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

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup cooked yellow split peas
  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, carrots)
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Roast the mixed vegetables in the oven until tender.
  2. In a bowl, combine cooked yellow split peas and quinoa.
  3. Drizzle with tahini and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and top with roasted vegetables.

Yellow Split Pea and Spinach Stew

A nourishing stew with yellow split peas and fresh spinach, seasoned with herbs for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup yellow split peas
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Sauté onion and garlic in a pot until translucent.
  2. Add yellow split peas, vegetable broth, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, then stir in fresh spinach until wilted.

Yellow Split Pea Pancakes

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

Ingredients
  • 1 cup yellow split pea flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
  • Oil for cooking
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix yellow split pea flour, water, cumin, salt, and turmeric to form a batter.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet and pour in batter to form pancakes.
  3. Cook until golden brown on both sides and serve with yogurt or chutney.

Yellow Split Pea and Vegetable Stir-Fry

A quick and colorful stir-fry featuring yellow split peas and a variety of vegetables, perfect for a healthy 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
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
  1. In a wok, heat sesame oil and sauté ginger and mixed vegetables until tender.
  2. Add cooked yellow split peas and soy sauce, stir-frying for another 5 minutes.
  3. Serve hot, 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 yellow split peas
  • 1 medium 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 yellow split peas and olive oil.
  3. Season with salt and pepper, and serve warm.

Yellow Split Pea and Avocado Toast

A nutritious twist on avocado toast, topped with seasoned yellow split peas for added protein and flavor.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked yellow split peas
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Whole grain bread
Instructions
  1. Mash the avocado and mix in cooked yellow split peas, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  2. Toast the whole grain bread and spread the mixture on top.
  3. Serve immediately for a healthy breakfast or snack.