Split Pea Soup with Tofu

Name: Split Pea Soup with Tofu
Prep time: 2 h 20 min
Cook time: 2 h 20 min
Total time: 2 h 20 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 237 milliliters peeled, diced carrots; 1 Tbsp dried basil; 3 cloves garlic, pressed; 1 Tbsp olive oil; 454 grams dry green split peas; 4 smalls red potatoes, diced; 8 servings salt and pepper to taste; 170 grams fresh spinach, finely chopped; 454 grams package soft tofu; 946 milliliters vegetable broth; 1 white onion, finely chopped

Split Pea Soup with Tofu might be just the soup you are searching for. One serving contains 197 calories, 10g of protein, and 4g of fat. This recipe serves 8. If you have carrots, vegetable broth, olive oil, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and vegan diet. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Autumn.

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the onion and garlic until tender.

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Olive Oil

Garlic

Onion

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Frying Pan

In a large pot, mix the onion mixture, potatoes, carrots, and split peas.

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Split Peas

Potato

Carrot

Onion

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Pot

Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 1 hour.

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Vegetable Broth

In a blender or food processor, blend the tofu and spinach until creamy, and mix into the pot. Season with basil, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking 1 hour. If the soup becomes too thick, add water.

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Spinach