Best Blackeyed Peas Quinoa Recipes

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GREEK-STYLE BLACK EYED PEAS RECIPE



Greek-Style Black Eyed Peas Recipe image

If you are looking for a healthy and hearty meal, or need to feed a crowd on a budget, this black eyes peas recipe is ideal. Humble pantry ingredients get a flavorful makeover with onions, garlic, and bold Greek spices. Finished with citrus and a handful of fresh herbs!This vegan black eyed peas stew is popular even among meat lovers!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Entree

Number Of Ingredients 16

Extra virgin olive oil,
1 large yellow onion, (chopped)
4 garlic cloves, (chopped)
1 green bell pepper, (chopped)
2 to 3 carrots, (peeled and chopped)
1 15- oz can diced tomato
2 cups water
1 dry bay leaf
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp dry oregano
1/2 tsp paprika
Kosher salt and black pepper
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, (optional)
2 15- oz cans black eyed peas, (drained and rinsed)
1 lime or lemon, (juice of)
1 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat extra virgin olive oil over medium heat till shimmering but not smoking. Add onions and garlic. Saute briefly until translucent and fragrant. Add bell peppers and carrots. Cook for 5 minutes, tossing regularly.
  • Now add diced tomatoes (with their juices), water, bay leaf, spices, salt and pepper. Raise the heat and bring to a boil. Add in the black eyed peas. Boil for 5 minutes, then lower heat. Cover part-way and let simmer for 25 to 30 minutes (occasionally check to stir. If the black eyed pea stew looks too dry, add a tiny bit of water.)
  • Finally, stir in lemon juice and parsley.
  • To serve, transfer to bowls. Add a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Enjoy with a side of warm Greek pita or on top of orzo, rice, or your favorite grain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.2 kcal, Sugar 4.4 g, Sodium 331.1 mg, Fat 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1.8 g, UnsaturatedFat 0.1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BLACKEYED PEAS QUINOA



Blackeyed Peas Quinoa image

Can't get any easier for a side dish or a salad.

Provided by Monika Rosales @THEDEVOTEDCOOK

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup(s) quinoa, cooked
1 can(s) black eyed peas, drained
1 teaspoon(s) onion powder
1 teaspoon(s) garlic powder
1/4 cup(s) cilantro fresh and chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon(s) olive oil

Steps:

  • combine all ingredients well, serve room temperature or chilled.

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