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Vegan Black-Eyed Peas

Two Cypriot specialties–good olive oil and fresh lemons–lend sunny flavor to this simple bean dish, served as a side in Cyprus. Chard adds a hearty touch. Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt, or nondairy yogurt to keep it vegan, for a meatless meal.

Active: 15 mins
Total: 45 mins
Servings: 6
Nutrition Profile:

  • Dairy-Free
  • Nut-Free
  • Gluten-Free
  • High Fiber
  • Low-Calorie
  • Vegetarian
  • Egg Free
  • Soy-Free
  • Healthy Immunity
  • Low Added Sugars
  • Vegan
Ingredients
  • 1 cup dried black-eyed peas
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 pound chard, trimmed and coarsely chopped
  • 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or no-chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons lemon juice, divided
Directions
Place black-eyed peas and 1 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Cover with cold water by 2 inches and soak overnight.
Drain and rinse the peas. Transfer to a medium saucepan with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover with 4 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook until the peas are almost tender, about 15 minutes. Drain.
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add chard; cook, stirring occasionally, until the greens are slightly wilted, 2 to 3 minutes more. Add the peas, broth and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the peas are tender, about 20 minutes.
Serve warm, drizzled with the remaining 2 tablespoons each oil and lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:

About 1 Cup

Per Serving:

186 calories; total fat 7.6g 12% DV; saturated fat 1.1g; cholesterolmg; sodium 308mg 12% DV; potassium 543mg 15% DV; carbohydrates 23.1g 7% DV; fiber 7.1g 28% DV; sugar 5g; protein 7.6g 15% DV; exchange other carbs 2; vitamin a iu 4636IU; vitamin c 29mg; folate 177mcg; calcium 74mg; iron 4mg; magnesium 105mg.
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Active: 15 mins
Total: 45 mins
Servings: 6
Nutrition Profile:

  • Dairy-Free
  • Nut-Free
  • Gluten-Free
  • High Fiber
  • Low-Calorie
  • Vegetarian
  • Egg Free
  • Soy-Free
  • Healthy Immunity
  • Low Added Sugars
  • Vegan

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