Red Lentil and Yellow Split Pea Soup

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (200g) red lentils, picked over and rinsed
• 1 cup (200g) yellow split peas, picked over and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 carrots, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 celery sticks, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon (5g) dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon (5g) dried rosemary
• 1/4 teaspoon (1g) black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
• 8 cups (2 liters) low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Turn on the pressure cooker to the "Sauté" setting. Add the olive oil and heat until shimmering.
2. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, thyme, rosemary, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 1 minute more.
3. Stir in the lentils, split peas, and broth.
4. Close the lid and secure the pressure release valve. Cook on high pressure for 20 minutes.
5. Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then carefully open the valve and release any remaining pressure.
6. Puree the soup with an immersion blender or in a regular blender until smooth. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 cup):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 5g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and flavorful
• Creamy and comforting
• Perfect for a cold winter day
• Versatile and can be served with a variety of toppings, such as croutons, bacon, or shredded cheese

User Comments:

• "This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can have a healthy and satisfying meal in under an hour."
• "I've never been a fan of split pea soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful."
• "This is the perfect soup to serve on a cold winter day. It's warming and comforting."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to pick over the lentils and split peas to remove any stones or debris.
• If you don't have an immersion blender, you can puree the soup in a regular blender in batches. Be careful not to overfill the blender.
• To thicken the soup, you can add more lentils or split peas.
• To thin the soup, you can add more broth.