Pea Soup with Turkey Ham

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Weight Watchers Pea Soup with Turkey ham is an American classic healthy, low-calorie soup recipe that is nutritious, delicious, and satisfying. It is the perfect recipe for those who manage their weight and are worried about calorie intake. Enjoy this low-fat (6.4 grams) and high-protein (14 grams) soup without any tension. Special peas, which are an excellent source of vitamins, fiber, and protein are used to make it. This Weight Watchers Pea Soup with Turkey ham is the ideal option for Weight Watchers journey followers. It makes a tasty and satisfying soup when paired with vegetables and spices. Eat this soup on lazy winter nights, or serve it as a dinner. Try this soup recipe at home, especially in winter. You will love its taste. Make this soup with the mentioned guidelines.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Colander
  • Instant pot
  • Soup Bowl
  • Non-stick pan
  • Cooking Spoon
  • Soup cups

Ingredients

  • Green Peas 1 cup (200g)
  • Vegetable Oil 1tsp
  • Finely Chopped Onion 1
  • Minced Garlic Cloves 2
  • Diced Shape Carrots 2
  • Chopped Celery Stalks 2
  • Chicken Broth 6 cups (1.5 liters)
  • Diced Turkey Ham 1 cup
  • Bay Leaf 1
  • Salt 1/4tsp or to taste
  • Freshly ground Black Pepper 1/4tsp

Ingredient Notes

Green Peas:

  • I used split peas instead of regular fresh peas. These dried-form peas are typically used in soups and stews.
    Vegetable oil is used for cooking purposes. Olive oil is also the best option for cooking vegetables.

Chicken Broth:

  • I made this soup by using chicken broth. Vegetable broth also suits well.

Turkey Ham:

  • We used turkey ham to make this soup more nutritious.

Carrots:

  • These are used to add a visual appeal to the soup.

Black Pepper:

  • Ground Black pepper works well because it dissolves easily and uplifts the aroma.

Instructions

Instant Pot

  1. First, we will adjust the instant pot settings.
  2. Pour vegetable oil and warm it for 1/2 minutes.
  3. Next, add carrots, onion, celery, and minced garlic to this warm oil.
  4. Cook it for 5/6 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
  5. Meanwhile, wash the peas and shift them in a colander to dry.
  6. After that, add black pepper, diced ham, a pinch of salt, rinsed split peas, and chicken broth to this instant pot.
  7. Make sure the vent is sealed before closing the instant pot lid.
  8. Cook it on high pressure for 7- 12 minutes.
  9. After 12 minutes, leave the instant pot for 5-10 minutes to remove its pressure.
  10. Now, remove the instant pot lid and discard the bay leaf.
  11. Add salt and black pepper after checking the seasoning of the soup.
  12. Pour this soup into a soup bowl.
  13. Top with chopped parsley and croutons.

Stovetop

  1. Shift the non-stick pan on the burner.
  2. Turn the heat up to medium and grease with olive oil. Warm it for two or three minutes.
  3. Next, add carrots, celery, onion, and chopped garlic to this pan.
  4. Simmer it for 4/5 minutes until all vegetables are soft.
  5. After that, add a pinch of salt, diced ham, black pepper, rinsed peas, and chicken broth to this pan.
  6. Mix all ingredients by using a cooking spoon.
  7. Next, lower the flame and cook it for an hour.
  8. After that, check the thickness of the soup.
  9. The yummy Weight Watchers Pea Soup with Turkey ham is ready.
  10. Transfer this soup into soup cups. Top with chives and enjoy.

Variations

  • Use minted garden peas and top with a sprig of mint for extra flavor.
  • Potatoes are a great addition that enhances the recipe’s flavor and makes it a perfect dish.
  • Try this soup with yellow split peas for a unique taste.
  • You can change the amount of celery, cilantro, or parsley to suit your taste.
  • You can blend the soup (with an immersion blender) and heat it for another ten minutes, then add diced veggies to make it more filling. This addition makes the soup more cozy and nutritious.

Tips

  • We used store-bought and homemade chicken broth.
  • Choose only low-sodium broth to make this soup.
  • Replace the turkey ham with turkey legs. It works well with this soup.
  • Change the herbs and spices to your choice.
  • You can try this soup with cilantro, thyme, and chives.

Storage Information

Fridge:

  • Save the remaining soup in a closed box and refrigerate it for 4/5 days.

Freezer:

  • After cooling, transfer the leftover soup to an airtight container and freeze it for up to two-three months.

Reheat:

  • We can reheat the chilled soup on the stovetop or microwave oven for 3/4 minutes.

FAQs

How do we enjoy this soup?

  • Serve this pea soup with green salad, bread (simple or garlic bread), or Caesar salad.

Can I skip the Turkey ham?

  • You can remove this ingredient while making the soup.

Nutritional Facts Per Serving Amount

Per Serving 1 bowl (per person)
Servings 4 people
Total Calories 225 Kcal
Carbohydrates 28 g
Dietary Fiber 11 g
Sugar 6 g
Protein 14 g
Total Fat 6.4 g
Sodium 658 mg
Iron 2 mg

Total Weight Watchers Points per serving amount is only 2.