Description
Black Eyed Peas with Collard Greens is a comforting Southern dish that combines earthy black-eyed peas and tender collard greens in a savory broth. Perfect for New Year’s celebrations or any occasion, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor and nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried black-eyed peas (or 2 cans, drained)
- 4 cups fresh collard greens, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse dried black-eyed peas under cold water or drain canned ones. Chop onion and mince garlic.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in collard greens and cook until they begin to wilt (about 3 minutes).
- Add black-eyed peas and pour in vegetable broth. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne if desired.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes until flavors meld.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg