Vegan Black-Eyed Peas

Total Time Prep: 15 min. Cook: 25 min.
Yield 4 servings
Test Kitchen Approved
Ready in 40 minutes, this vegan black-eyed peas recipe transforms humble legumes into a flavorful, protein-packed dish that's infused with smoky spices. It's also easily customizable—pack it with additional veggies or use it as a topping for your grain bowl. The options are endless!

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup reduced-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, heat oil in over medium heat. Add onion, pepper and celery; cook until soft, 4-5 minutes. Add garlic, salt, paprika, oregano, pepper, thyme and cayenne; cook one minute longer.
  2. Stir in peas, broth, soy sauce and liquid smoke. Bring to a simmer; cover and cook 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in parsley.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 255 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1021mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 7g fiber), 12g protein.

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