Split Pea And Zucchini Soup

Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins Preparation Time: 1 hr Cook Time: 40 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 cup split peas
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 2 medium zucchini, finely diced
• 4 cups water
• 3 teaspoons vegetable bouillon granules
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric or 1/2 teaspoon saffron
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Recipe

• 1 soak the split pea overnight in cold water, or at least 6 hours.
• 2 cook the onion in the oil until soft. add the zucchini to the pan stirring for 2-3 minutes.
• 3 add the water, split pea, veg bouillon, tumeric, salt and pepper and bring to a boil. reduce the heat, then cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the split peas are tender.