This thick and creamy soup is perfect to warm you up on a rainy day, and the ingredients are very simple.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 white onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, pressed
- 4 small red potatoes, diced
- 1 cup peeled, diced carrots
- 1 pound dry green split peas
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 (16 ounce) package soft tofu
- 1 (6 ounce) bag fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the onion and garlic until tender.
Step 2
In a large pot, mix the onion mixture, potatoes, carrots, and split peas. Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 1 hour.
Step 3
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. Serve hot and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 211 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat5g | 6% |
Saturated Fat1g | 3% |
Sodium270mg | 12% |
Total Carbohydrate33g | 12% |
Dietary Fiber8g | 29% |
Total Sugars6g | |
Protein12g | |
Vitamin C16mg | 80% |
Calcium129mg | 10% |
Iron3mg | 17% |
Potassium868mg | 18% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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