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Black Eyed Peas with Tomatoes and Onions

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  • Author: The Plant-Powered Dietitian
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (not including soaking time)
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This gluten free vegan recipe for Black Eyed Peas with Tomatoes and Onions is simple, earthy, delicious, and downright affordable.

Ingredients

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Black Eyed Peas:

  • 1 pound black eyed peas, dried, uncooked
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (learn how to make this seasoning here)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper 
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 3-4 cups water 
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with liquid
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced
  • ½ teaspoon salt (optional)

Garnish: 

  • ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place black eyed peas in a large pot or Dutch oven. Cover with 2 inches of water, cover with a lid, and soak overnight (about 8 hours). Drain off water, keeping re-hydrated peas in the pot or Dutch oven. 
  2. Add onion, garlic, smoked paprika, Cajun seasoning, black pepper, broth, and 3 cups water. Stir well, cover, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for one hour, stirring occasionally. If mixture becomes dry, add a small amount of water to keep from burning. 
  3. Add tomatoes with liquid and lemon juice. Stir well. Cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, until peas are tender yet firm on the outside, stirring occasionally. May add additional water if needed. Should make a thick, stew-like texture. 
  4. Taste and add salt if needed (optional). 
  5. Garnish with chopped parsley and a drizzle of olive oil (if desired, optional). 
  6. Serve immediately. 

Notes

Slow Cooker Instructions: Follow step 1, but place re-hydrated peas in the slow cooker. Add all ingredients in step 2 to slow cooker. Cook over high heat 4-6 hours or low heat 8-10 hours. Add ingredients in step 3 right before serving. Follow steps 4-6 as directed. 

Instant Pot Instructions: Do not follow step 1. Place black eyed peas and all ingredients in steps 2 and 3 to Instant Pot. Cook using the “bean” setting. Follow steps 4-6 as directed.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Entree
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 213
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 263 mg
  • Fat: 1 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 12 g
  • Protein: 13 g

Find it online: https://sharonpalmer.com/black-eyed-peas-with-tomatoes-and-onions/