Description
The perfect protein-packed vegan stew for lunch or dinner! This split pea stew is hearty, loaded with a plethora of veggies and easy to make. PLUS with the addition of homemade bagel croutons, it is definitely a must try recipe!
Ingredients
Split Pea Stew with Vegan Ham
- 1 1/2 cups split peas
- 10 cups vegetable broth
- 1 large white onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 leek, dark green end discarded, sliced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Dash of liquid smoke (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh marjoram
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 medium red boiling potatoes, cubed
- 2 large carrots, chopped small
- 1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley
- 1/2 package (2.5 oz.) vegan ham (we used Yves)
Bagel Croutons
- 1 plain bagel, halves and cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter, melted
- 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Split Pea Stew with Vegan Ham
- Soak split peas for 2 hours, then drain, and pat dry.
- In a large pot over medium heat add 2-3 tablespoons of vegetable broth. Once heated, add the onions, garlic, and leeks. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until onions become translucent, being sure to add more vegetable broth as needed to prevent burning.
- Add the smoked paprika, salt, pepper, liquid smoke, fresh marjoram, and bay leaves and stir until combined.
- Stir in the potatoes, carrots, split peas, fresh parsley, and vegan ham, along with the remaining vegetable broth. Cover and allow the mixture to come to a boil and then simmer uncovered for 1.5-2 hours or until the broth cooks down to a stew-like consistency and the vegetables have softened. As the stew cooks, prepare the bagel croutons (directions below).
- Remove from heat and serve with a generous sprinkle of bagel croutons. Enjoy!
Bagel Croutons
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large bowl, add in the bagel cubes. Pour over the melted vegan butter and seasonings, then mix with a spatula or spoon to fully coat the bagel pieces. Pour onto the lined baking sheet and place into the oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden.
- Remove from the oven and cool.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 2 hours
What kind of vegan ham did you use? Can’t wait to make, looks so bomb!!!
We like the Yves brand! I will note that in the recipe 🙂