Creamy Green Split Pea Soup with Coconut Milk

A velvety, plant-based soup featuring green split peas, onion, garlic, and coconut milk for a rich, comforting bowl. Serves 6.

Servings6

Prep15m

Cook75m

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Directions

1
Sauté aromatics: In a large pot, heat avocado oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes; cook, stirring for 2 minutes.
2
Toast garlic and bay leaf: Add garlic, bay leaf and split peas; cook, stirring for 1 minute.
3
Simmer: Add vegetable broth; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 75 minutes until peas are tender, stirring occasionally.
4
Finish: Remove pot from heat, cool slightly, discard bay leaf, add coconut milk and blend until smooth (or puree to desired texture).
5
Season and serve: Stir in hot sauce if using. Serve hot; top with croutons if desired.

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