For years, we carried a dependably delicious Organic Split Pea Soup in a carton on our grocery shelves. It was rich, thick, and flavorful — everything a good split pea soup should be. But we couldn’t help but wonder: what if we brought in something even better? In the spirit of kaizen, the Sino-Japanese ethos of constant, incremental improvement, we rolled up our sleeves and developed an even more delicious version of Trader Joe’s Organic Split Pea Soup. Just like the old version, it’s vegan and organic. Unlike the old version, it’s also gluten free and kosher (pareve). And it’s tastier, heartier, and more satisfying than any split pea soup we’ve ever carried before.

Taking inspiration from an iconic split pea recipe, this Soup is made with just a handful of organic ingredients, including onions, carrots, celery, garlic purée, and, of course, organic split peas (they’re the first listed ingredient, in fact!). Each spoonful is tremendously thick in texture and scrumptiously full-flavored — a perfect soup for making you feel warm and cozy from the inside out. For a quick dinner or lunch, it can be enjoyed with a sandwich on the side, or all on its own, topped with something crunchy and delicious like garlicky croutons or Crispy Jalapeño Pieces.