A yellow split pea is the whole pea, which is dried, their skins removed and they are split in half. Delicious, hearty dried peas are easy to prepare, requiring no presoaking and cooks in just about 30 minutes. Yellow Split Peas are low in fat and high in protein, iron and dietary fibers. Complex carbohydrates, which peas have, release energy to the body slowly. This helps to maintain a consistent energy level. They are milder, slightly sweeter and have more starch than green split peas. They can be used to make soups, salads, dals, curries, casseroles, meatless burgers, and other dishes.