Description
A flavorful and healthy Creole Black-Eyed Peas recipe that is perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried black-eyed peas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse and soak the black-eyed peas overnight.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until softened.
- Add the soaked black-eyed peas, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and Cajun seasoning.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 45 minutes, or until peas are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add cayenne pepper to taste.
- This recipe can be made in a slow cooker; just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg