Best 3 Vegetarian Black Eyed Peas Recipes

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Vegetarian black-eyed peas are a delicious and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Black-eyed peas are a type of legume that is rich in protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. They are also a good source of antioxidants, which can help protect your cells from damage. Vegetarian black-eyed peas are a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. They can be cooked in a variety of ways, including boiling, frying, and baking.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

VEGETARIAN BLACK-EYED PEAS



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Southern-style black-eyed peas made without meat or saturated fat. Based on a Cajun recipe.

Provided by R A Naccari

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 9h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound dry black-eyed peas
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 quart water, or more as needed
½ cup chopped green onion tops
½ cup dried parsley flakes
3 leaf (blank)s bay leaves
1 ½ tablespoons salt, or more to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place peas into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let soak, 8 hours to overnight. Drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic in the hot oil until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Add black-eyed peas, 1 quart water, green onions, parsley, bay leaves, 1 1/2 tablespoons salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until peas are tender and most, if not all, water is absorbed, 1 to 2 hours. Add more water if more cooking is needed. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 885.9 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

SMOKY VEGETARIAN BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH COLLARD GREENS



Smoky Vegetarian Black-Eyed Peas with Collard Greens image

I devised this recipe after a New Year's Day at a friend's house. She ate black-eyed peas for the good luck, not because she liked them! I challenged myself to come up with something not only edible, but delicious and nutritious as well! It's also deceptively simple (especially if you sub canned black-eyed peas for dried). I hope you like the results! This is delicious as-is or served over brown rice.

Provided by CYCLECAT

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Beans and Peas     Black-Eyed Peas

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups dry black-eyed peas - sorted, rinsed, and drained
3 cups water
½ (1.41 ounce) package sazon seasoning
2 tablespoons salted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1 bunch collard greens - rinsed, trimmed and chopped
½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add black-eyed peas and boil for 1 minute. Drain.
  • Bring 3 cups water to a boil in the same pot and stir in ham seasoning. Add peas and simmer until tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and saute until soft, about 30 seconds. Add collard greens and cayenne; cover and cook until greens are soft, about 10 minutes. Add cooked black-eyed peas and heat through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 547.3 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

VEGETARIAN BLACK-EYED PEAS & RICE



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From The Black Family Reunion cookbook. While growing up, my grandmother, rhoda Weekes, was known among family and friends as the master of black-eyed peas and rice. You may think I'm exaggerating, but I can remember folks coming from throughout the tri-state area if they heard Mother was "cookin' up a pot." I'd watch her throw a bit of this and a dash of that into the kettle. It still warms my spirit to remember her creating her magical dish, while I kept her company in her big, beautiful kitchen. I'm no longer a meat-eater, so the following is my vegetarian version of Rhoda Weekes' black-eyed peas and rice.-Susan L. Taylor, Editor-in-Chief, Essence Magazine

Provided by mightyro_cooking4u

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
4 cups water
3 bouillon cubes, vegetable, small
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon cilantro, minced
1 tablespoon parsley, minced
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 onion, large, chopped
2 scallions, medium, chopped
1 teaspoon thyme leaves, dried
1 tomatoes, large, chopped
1 cup rice, long-grain, uncooked

Steps:

  • Combine peas and water in large saucepan or Dutch oven. Add bouillon and garlic. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Stir in oil, cilantro, parsely, salt If using) and pepper. Cover. Simmer 15 minutes.
  • Stir in onion, scallions, thyme and tomato. Cover. Simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until peas are almost soft.
  • Stir in rice. Cover. Cook until rice and peas are tender. Remove from heat. Let stand, covered, 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.4, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 431.8, Carbohydrate 35.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.8, Protein 4.9

Tips:

  • Soak the black-eyed peas overnight: This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the peas more tender.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and nutrients to the dish. Some good options include onions, garlic, celery, carrots, and bell peppers.
  • Add some spices: This will help to give the dish a flavorful kick. Some good options include cumin, chili powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  • Cook the peas until they are tender: This may take about 30-45 minutes. You can check the peas by tasting them or by piercing them with a fork.
  • Serve the peas with your favorite sides: Some good options include rice, cornbread, or salad.

Conclusion:

Black-eyed peas are a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. This article has provided you with four different recipes for vegetarian black-eyed peas, so you can find one that suits your taste and preferences. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and flavorful dish for a special occasion, these recipes have you covered. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious vegetarian meal, give black-eyed peas a try!

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