Greek Black Eyed Peas Recipe Vegan | The Mediterranean Dish

Delve into the rich flavors of Greece with this vegan black eyed peas stew, a hearty dish that even the most devoted meat lovers will enjoy. Infused with aromatic spices and fresh herbs, this stew is a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for any day of the week.

Ingredients

🫒 2 tablespoons Early Harvest Greek 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 teaspoons ground cumin
🌿 1 teaspoon dry oregano
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon paprika
🧂 1 teaspoon kosher salt
🧂 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
🥫 2 15-oz cans black eyed peas, drained and rinsed
🍋 Juice of 1 lime or lemon
🌿 1 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1- Prepare the Ingredients:

• Chop the onion, garlic, green bell pepper, and carrots. Set them aside.
• Drain and rinse the black eyed peas.

2- Sauté the Vegetables:

• In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the Early Harvest Greek EVOO over medium heat.
• Add the chopped onion and sauté until transparent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
• Stir in the chopped garlic, green bell pepper, and carrots. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

3- Build the Stew:

• Add the diced tomatoes, water, bay leaf, cumin, oregano, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
• Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4- Finish the Dish:

• Stir in the black eyed peas and cook for an additional 10 minutes until heated through.
• Remove the bay leaf and discard.
• Add the lime or lemon juice and chopped parsley. Stir to incorporate.

5- Serve:

• Ladle the stew into bowls and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approx. 350 per serving
Protein: 18g per serving
Fats: 10g per serving
Carbohydrates: 58g per serving
Equipment:

• 🥄 Large pot or Dutch oven (e.g. Le Creuset Dutch oven)
• 🔪 Cutting board
• 🔪 Chef's knife

Cooking Tips:

• Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of red pepper flakes.
• For added depth, consider sautéing vegetables in a splash of white wine or vegetable broth.

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Vegan Greek Black Eyed Peas Stew