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California Pizza Kitchen Dakota Smashed Soup

If you've ever been to CPK and fallen in love with their Dakota Smashed Pea and Barley Soup, you're going to flip for this copycat version! This hearty, veggie-packed soup is loaded with sweet peas, tender barley, and just the right amount of smoky flavor. It's perfect for those cozy weeknight dinners when you want something wholesome that the whole family will actually eat!
Print Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 carrots peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup pearl barley
  • 3 cups frozen peas
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the pearl barley. Stir in smoked paprika and thyme.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-35 minutes until barley is tender.
  5. Add frozen peas and cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.
  6. Using a potato masher or the back of a spoon, gently smash about half of the peas and barley to create a chunky, thick texture.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.