In this simple, healthy dinner recipe we combined yellow split peas with red onion, fresh lemon juice, olive oil and capers. The flavor is elevated by fresh parsley, laurel leaves and dried oregano- for that classic Greek-style twist.
This dinner is blue zone-approved, vegan and vegetarian-friendly and it only takes 40 minutes to enjoy it made from scratch. Let’s get cooking!
You’ve shown great enthusiasm for our Possibly the Best Blue Zone Dinner- Yellow Split Peas & Sauerkraut, featuring the humble split peas.
To keep the momentum going, we’re excited to introduce another family-friendly, simple, and affordable dinner stew option made with split peas. These recipes are perfect for those busy days when time is short, but you still crave nutritious homemade meals.
Slow-cooked to perfection, this stew is ready in just 35-40 minutes. It’s incredibly filling, and easy on the wallet.
Blue Zone Dinner- Greek-Style Yellow Split Peas Stew
Ingredients
- 250 g yellow split peas- WELL RINSED AND DRAINED
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp capers
- 1 red onion -DICED
- 1/2 a bunch parsley-CHOPPED
- juice squeezed from 1/2 a lemon
- 2 laurel leaves
- 1/4 tsp red sweet powdered pepper
- 1/4 tsp black ground pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 L water
Instructions
- To prepare the yellow split peas, rinse them under running water using a drainer. Then, set them aside to drain well before using.
- In the meanwhile, chop the rinsed parsley, and finely dice the onion.
- Use a medium-sized soup pot and set the heat to medium.
- Add drained split peas to the pot, along with 1 liter of water, salt and oregano.
- Next, add half of the onion and half of the parsley. We reserve the other halves for garnish.
- Add the laurel leaves ( bay leaves )
- Now, let's add the olive oil. We'll use 3 teaspoons.
- Bring to a boil. Lower the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for 30 minutes.
- Serve on plates and garnish your dish with the remaining onion, parsley, and capers.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of both red pepper and black pepper.
- Finally, add freshly squeezed lemon juice for that zesty touch. Drizzle some fresh olive oil over the top.
- Looks amazing, doesn't it? Enjoy and let us know how it turned out!
Nutrition
What Makes This Recipe Worth Trying:
- Simple, Easy & Uncomplicated
- Ready in only 40 minutes
- Affordable
- Vegetarian-friendly
- Vegan-friendly
- Beginner-friendly
- Family-friendly
- Whole food-based
- Hearty & Filling
- Made with accessible ingredients
- Promoting longevity
Tips for Making This Recipe:
- Yellow split peas offer convenience as a legume since they require no overnight soaking. The key is to rinse them thoroughly under running water before cooking. If you notice any white foam appearing during the first few minutes of cooking, simply skim it off.
- Get creative with flavors by incorporating chopped chives and shallots into your dish.
- For improved digestion, consider adding 1/4 teaspoon of cumin seeds; they pair well with most legumes.
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