Description
Smoky Vegetarian Black-Eyed Peas and Greens is a hearty, flavorful dish that combines earthy black-eyed peas with vibrant collard greens, all infused with smoky spices. Perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings, this nutritious meal is simple to prepare and visually appealing. Enjoy it alone or serve over rice for a satisfying plant-based option that will delight both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup black-eyed peas (canned, drained)
- 2 cups collard greens (chopped)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper; cook for an additional minute.
- Add collard greens to the pot and stir until they begin to wilt, approximately 3 minutes.
- Pour in black-eyed peas and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and let cook for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed. Adjust cayenne for desired heat level.
- Serve warm in bowls, optionally paired with rice or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg