Vegetarian Black-Eyed Peas & Rice

Black-eyed peas are considered a symbol of good luck in Southern cuisine and are traditionally eaten on New Year’s Day.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Vegetarian Black-Eyed Peas & Rice

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: American, Southern Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Black-Eyed Peas
• 1 cup Rice
• 4 cup Vegetable Broth
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Bell Pepper
• 2 stalks Celery Stalks
• 3 cloves Garlic Cloves
• 1 medium Tomato
• 1 teaspoon Cajun Seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 1 leaf Bay Leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 stalks Green Onion
• 1 tablespoon Parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse and drain the black-eyed peas.
2. In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat.
3. Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
4. Add the black-eyed peas, rice, vegetable broth, tomato, Cajun seasoning, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the black-eyed peas and rice are tender.
6. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
7. Garnish with green onion and parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 65g22%

Sugars 3g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.