Split Pea and White Bean Soup with Thyme
A hearty, vegetarian soup where equal portions of split peas and white beans create a creamy, protein-rich base simmered with aromatic vegetables. This french-inspired soups (vegetarian soup) ready in about 55 minutes pairs rinsed split peas, cooked white beans, vegetable broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz, rinsed split peas
- 8 oz, cooked white beans
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1, diced onion
- 2, diced carrots
- 2 stalks, diced celery
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 diced celery stalks, cooking for 8 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.
- Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp dried thyme, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 8 oz rinsed split peas, 8 oz cooked white beans, and 4 cups vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 35-40 minutes until peas are tender and soup has thickened.
- Step 4: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth (or transfer to a countertop blender in batches), then season with 1/2 tsp salt and pepper to taste.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Split Pea and White Bean Soup with Thyme take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (10 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Split Pea and White Bean Soup with Thyme?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep rinsed split peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Split Pea and White Bean Soup with Thyme?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Split Pea and White Bean Soup with Thyme for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Split Pea and White Bean Soup with Thyme vegetarian soup?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian soup based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
