Split Pea Soup (~300 Cal / 20G Protein)

• 200g diced celery
• 200g diced carrots
• 200g diced yellow onion 
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme 
• 1 bay leaf
• 8 cups vegetable broth
• 1lb bag of dry split peas

– In a large pot, sauté the celery, carrots, and onion with salt and pepper until soft 

– Add remaining ingredients and simmer for 45min-1hr 

I often make this without the thyme or bay leaf and it's still so good to me. Such a simple recipe and crowd favorite among my family and friends.

Some additions — a side of sprouted wheat bread for extra protein. Or top with hemp seeds or pumpkin seeds for some healthy fats.