Pea and Ham Soup

Pea and Ham Soup
Serves 4
Lower in carbohydrates, serve on its own during rest or recovery days or, if you are riding, serve with some bread or pitta bread and increase the nutritional values.
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Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
15 min
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
15 min
319 calories
38 g
33 g
9 g
23 g
2 g
627 g
1133 g
16 g
0 g
5 g
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
627g
Servings
4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 319
Calories from Fat 76
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g
13%
Saturated Fat 2g
12%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Cholesterol 33mg
11%
Sodium 1133mg
47%
Total Carbohydrates 38g
13%
Dietary Fiber 8g
33%
Sugars 16g
Protein 23g
Vitamin A
127%
Vitamin C
90%
Calcium
9%
Iron
18%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Ingredients
  1. 3 cups garden peas
  2. Spray olive oil
  3. 1 onion, finely chopped
  4. 2 carrots, finely chopped
  5. 4 stalks celery, finely chopped
  6. 1½ litres chicken stock
  7. 150g lean sliced ham
  8. 2 tbsp fresh parsley and chives, chopped
  9. Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Spray a large pan with oil and heat.
  2. Add the onion, carrots and celery and cook over a medium heat for about 3 minutes or until soft.
  3. Add the peas and stock and bring to the boil.
  4. Reduce the heat and simmer, partially covered until the peas are very soft.
  5. Skim off any froth while cooking.
  6. Blend the mixture until smooth.
  7. Stir in ham, parsley and chives and heat through.
  8. Season to taste and serve.
Notes
  1. Serve with some warm crusty bread for maximum Winter comfort. For a little twist try some Bavarian smoked ham.
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calories
319
fat
9g
protein
23g
carbs
38g
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