Yellow Pea Soup With Cherry Tomatoes and Parsley (Artsoppa)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Yellow Pea Soup With Cherry Tomatoes and Parsley (Artsoppa)
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Prep

20 min

Cook

2 hours and 10 min

Ready In

2 hours and 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion , chopped
1 carrot , peeled and chopped
1 celery rib , chopped
2 cups dried yellow split peas , soaked overnight
6 cups water
1 1/2 lbs pork shank
1 bay leaf
1/2 pint cherry tomatoes , minced
1 garlic clove , minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup flat leaf parsley , minced
salt , to taste
pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
366
Sugar
7g
Fat
16g
Yellow Pea Soup With Cherry Tomatoes and Parsley (Artsoppa) is a traditional Swedish soup that is typically served on Thursdays with pancakes and whipped cream for dessert. This soup is hearty and filling, with a thick texture and a mild, comforting flavor. The pork shank adds richness and flavor, while the cherry tomatoes and parsley add a pop of freshness. This soup is perfect for a family meal or to bring to a potluck on a cold winter day.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat.
2.Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery and sauté for 5 minutes or until vegetables are softened.
3.Add the soaked yellow split peas and 6 cups of water to the pot and stir to combine.
4.Add the pork shank and bay leaf, then reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 2 hours or until the peas are tender and falling apart.
5.Remove the shank from the soup and shred the meat into small pieces. Return the meat to the pot and discard the bones.
6.In a small bowl, mix the minced cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, flat leaf parsley, and 2 tablespoons olive oil together. Season with salt and pepper.
7.Garnish the soup with the tomato and parsley mixture before serving.

PROS

This soup is hearty and filling, perfect for a cold winter day.
The combination of yellow split peas and pork shank provides a good source of protein, while the addition of vegetables adds vitamins and minerals.

The cherry tomatoes add a pop of sweetness, and the garlic and parsley give a nice flavor boost.

CONS

This soup is high in sodium due to the use of pork shank and added salt.
It is also relatively high in fat, with 16g per serving, and calories, with 366 calories per serving.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Yellow split peas are a good source of plant-based protein, fiber, and several vitamins and minerals, including folate and iron. They may also help with weight management and reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes.
The addition of vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery provide additional vitamins and minerals, while cherry tomatoes are a good source of vitamin C.

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