Instant Pot Moroccan Split Pea Soup + Tutorial {Vegan, Gluten-Free}

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Instant Pot Split Pea Soup is hearty, satisfying and full of bold Moroccan flavours. This Instant Pot soup recipe is vegan-friendly, gluten-free and thanks to the wonder that is the Instant Pot, it’s also super easy to make.

Freestyle Weight Watchers points included.

instant pot split pea soup in a white bowl next to a grey towel

Folks, you know how much I loooooooooooove my Instant Pot. And I know I’m not alone in my Instant Pot obsession. I’m always dreaming up new things to cook using the little miracle machine, but it seems to me that turning out big glorious batches of delicious soup is when the Instant Pot truly shines.

Today I’m sharing with you my vegan-friendly, gluten-free Instant Pot Split Pea Soup recipe. This hearty, satisfying soup is just bursting with classic Moroccan spices like cumin, coriander, cinnamon and paprika.

Even better is that this is a dump everything in and cook soup. Easy peasy cooking at its best.

When most people hear the words ‘split pea soup’, that classic green colour is what immediately comes to mind. But for this recipe, I decided to use yellow split peas.

Yellow and green split peas have a similar nutritional content, but green split peas tend to be a bit sweeter than the yellow variety, which is often described as having a milder flavour and more of an earthy quality.

This proved to be the perfect complement for the rich and vibrant Moroccan spices that I was craving.

overhead view of instant pot split pea soup in a bowl next to bowls of spices

And while the flavours in this Instant Pot Split Pea Soup are complex, making it is really quite simple. So simple, in fact, you’ll have it on the table in under 30 mins.

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Ready for me to show you just how quick and easy it really is? Then let’s get started…..

How to Make Instant Pot Split Pea Soup Step by Step

instant pot split pea soup before cooking and after cooking in instant pot

Step 1. Add all of the ingredients into the Instant Pot insert.

Step 2. Cover your Instant Pot, set the vent to ‘sealing’, select the soup button, select high pressure and set the timer to 12 mins (for peas with a little bite), or to 15 mins for softer peas.

Step 3. When done, allow the Instant Pot to undergo natural pressure release (NPR) for 5 mins.

Step 4. Switch off and open the lid.

Step 5. Stir and let it stand for a little while as the soup thickens.

instant pot split pea soup in a large bowl with spoon sticking out

Tips For Making Pressure Cooker Split Pea Soup

  • I used yellow split peas because they break down quickly when cooked and give the soup a rich velvety texture and beautiful colour.
  • Try making it as a thicker purée (add less vegetable stock) and serving as a dip. This is popular in the Northern region of Morocco where they accompany it with Moroccan bread called khobz.
  • You can easily make this with Indian flavours by swapping in spices like curry powder or garam masala.
  • Top pressure cooker split pea soup with pickled vegetables, a dollop of coconut yoghurt (but use other yoghurt if not vegan), or homemade croutons.

Plus………….

  • Adjust the time under pressure depending upon your desired consistency. If you like your split peas with a bite, set the timer to 12 mins. For softer peas, cook them for 15 mins.
  • Not vegan? Try adding cooked bacon or ham to the final dish or add a leftover ham bone to the cooking process to infuse a delicious flavour into the soup.
  • Instant Pot Split Pea Soup will thicken as it cools. If it becomes too thick, add in additional stock.
  • You can freeze Instant Pot Split Pea Soup for easy meal prep. Freeze in individual portions or freeze all of it at once. You can use freezer-safe bags, plastic containers, etc.

How to Freeze Instant Pot Split Pea Soup

  • Let the soup cool down then transfer into these very handy Ziploc freezer bags.
  • Squeeze out all the extra air and seal the bags.
  • Label the bags and then lay them flat in the freezer.
  • Store the soup in the freezer for 3 months.

How to Thaw Instant Pot Split Pea Soup

  • Remove the soup from the freezer the night before needed and let it thaw in the fridge.
  • For a faster thaw, you can add the bagged soup into a microwave and thaw according to the microwave’s instructions.
  • Transfer the thawed soup into a bowl and reheat in a microwave.
  • Or transfer the thawed soup into a saucepan and reheat over low to medium heat.

What to Serve with Instant Pot Split Pea Soup

This flavourful Instant Pot soup recipe will go well with:

Do You Have to Soak Split Peas Before Cooking?

Since split peas cook relatively quickly, you do not need to soak them before cooking. Lentils are the same, making this pressure cooker soup recipe and my Instant Pot Lentil Soup with Mexican Flavours ideal for busy weeknights.

Are Split Peas Good For You?

Yes they are. Split peas are a fantastic plant-based source of protein. 150g (1 cup) of cooked split peas provide 16g of protein. They are also full of fibre, packing 16g in just 150g (1 cup).

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Weight Watchers Points in This Instant Pot Soup Recipe

There are 0 Freestyle points in this Instant Pot soup recipe. Yeap, zero!!

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Instant Pot Moroccan Split Pea Soup

Make hearty and satisfying Instant Pot Moroccan split pea soup with this quick and easy recipe.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, British, Western
Servings: 8
Calories: 231kcal
Author: Bintu Hardy

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (425g) split peas, picked through and rinsed
  • 2 carrots chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 stalks celery diced
  • 4 spring onions scallions, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper deseeded and cut into big cubes
  • 6 cups (1.5l) vegetable stock
  • 14 oz (400g) finely chopped tomatoes
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients, up to the black pepper, into the Instant Pot insert.
  • Cover your Instant Pot, set the vent to 'sealing’, select the soup button, select high pressure and set the timer to 12 mins (for peas with a little bite), or to 15 mins for softer peas.
  • When done, allow the Instant Pot to undergo natural pressure release for 5 mins.
  • Switch off and open the lid.
  • Stir and let it stand for a little while as the soup thickens.
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Notes

Tips For Making Pressure Cooker Split Pea Soup

  • Cook time does not include time to come up to pressure or for pressure to release.
  • Try making it as a thicker purée (add less vegetable stock) and serving as a dip. This is popular in the Northern region of Morocco where they accompany it with Moroccan bread called khobz.
  • You can easily make this with Indian flavours by swapping in spices like curry powder or garam masala.
  • Top pressure cooker split pea soup with pickled vegetables, a dollop of unflavoured yoghurt (if not vegan), or homemade croutons.
  • Adjust the time under pressure depending upon your desired consistency. If you like your split peas with a bite, set the timer to 12 mins. For softer peas, cook them for 15 mins.
  • Not vegan? Try adding cooked bacon or ham to the final dish or add a leftover ham bone to the cooking process to infuse a delicious flavour into the soup.
  • Instant Pot Split Pea Soup will thicken as it cools. If it becomes too thick, add in additional stock.
  • You can freeze Instant Pot Split Pea Soup for easy meal prep. Freeze in individual portions or freeze all of it at once. You can use freezer-safe bags, plastic containers, etc.

What to Serve with Instant Pot Split Pea Soup

Weight Watchers Points in This Instant Pot Soup Recipe

There are 0 Freestyle points in this Instant Pot soup recipe. Yeap, zero!! 

Nutrition

Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 14g | Sodium: 1348mg | Potassium: 813mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 4115IU | Vitamin C: 27.6mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 3.5mg

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26 Comments

  1. Aside from that, I thought it was delicious, so the next time I make it, I will experiment with different measurements.

  2. 5 stars
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  4. Excellent flavor! I did reduce the water/broth by about 1/2 cup since some people commented the soup was thin.

  5. it says 1 cup peas (425g) that doesnt add up, should it be 2 cups, 425g is like a tin of cooked peas mkes no sense

    and 6 cups (2.5l) stock doesnt add up, 6 cups is more like 1.5l

  6. 5 stars
    This was one of the first recipes I made in my instapot and I will be making it again!

    Easy to make, with very little required prep.

    Tasted fantastic.

    As other comments mentioned, it’s on the thin side. But I liked that. I had the same consistency of a can of Amy’s vegetable soup. But a cup or two less broth would also make a delicious thicker soup/dip. In fact, I may make it again thicker and then blend it for a dip.

    Overall 5/5 since it tasted great and varying the liquid will make it a versatile recipe!

  7. Just so you know, I tried this with non-US measurements and it was very wet. When I went back to the recipe, I realised that the conversion “6 cups (2.5l) vegetable stock” is incorrect: 6 cups is close to 1.4l. Otherwise it was very good, so I will try the better measurements next time.

    Please can you update the recipe with the correct Conversion?