Healthy Recipes using Split Black-Eyed Peas
Spicy Black-Eyed Pea Salad
A refreshing and zesty salad featuring split black-eyed peas, fresh vegetables, and a tangy lime dressing, perfect for a light lunch or side dish.
- 1 cup split black-eyed peas, cooked
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked split black-eyed peas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad, toss gently to combine, and serve chilled.
Black-Eyed Pea and Quinoa Bowl
A nutritious bowl packed with protein-rich split black-eyed peas, quinoa, and an array of colorful veggies, topped with a creamy avocado dressing.
- 1 cup cooked split black-eyed peas
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 carrot, shredded
- 1/2 avocado
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon tahini
- Salt to taste
- In a bowl, combine the cooked split black-eyed peas, quinoa, spinach, and shredded carrot.
- In a blender, blend the avocado, lemon juice, tahini, and salt until smooth.
- Drizzle the avocado dressing over the bowl and toss to combine before serving.
Black-Eyed Pea Soup with Spinach
A hearty and comforting soup made with split black-eyed peas, fresh spinach, and aromatic spices, perfect for a cozy dinner.
- 1 cup split black-eyed peas, rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the split black-eyed peas, vegetable broth, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, then stir in the spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes before serving.
Black-Eyed Pea Veggie Burgers
Delicious and healthy veggie burgers made with split black-eyed peas, oats, and spices, served on whole-grain buns with fresh toppings.
- 1 cup split black-eyed peas, cooked
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Whole-grain burger buns
- Lettuce, tomato, and avocado for topping
- In a bowl, mash the cooked black-eyed peas and mix in oats, onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Form the mixture into patties and pan-fry in a non-stick skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve the patties on whole-grain buns with lettuce, tomato, and avocado.
Mediterranean Black-Eyed Pea Dip
A flavorful dip made with split black-eyed peas, tahini, and Mediterranean spices, perfect for serving with pita chips or fresh veggies.
- 1 cup split black-eyed peas, cooked
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
- In a food processor, combine the cooked black-eyed peas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, and salt.
- Blend until smooth, adding a little water if needed to reach desired consistency.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and serve with pita chips or veggies.
Black-Eyed Pea Stir-Fry
A quick and nutritious stir-fry featuring split black-eyed peas, colorful vegetables, and a savory soy sauce glaze, ideal for a weeknight dinner.
- 1 cup split black-eyed peas, cooked
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat and add the bell peppers, broccoli, and carrot.
- Stir-fry for about 5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp, then add the cooked black-eyed peas, soy sauce, and ginger.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, and serve warm.
Black-Eyed Pea Tacos
Flavorful tacos filled with spiced split black-eyed peas, topped with fresh salsa and avocado, perfect for a healthy twist on taco night.
- 1 cup split black-eyed peas, cooked
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Corn tortillas
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 avocado, diced
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- In a skillet, combine the cooked black-eyed peas, chili powder, and cumin, and heat through for about 5 minutes.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
- Fill each tortilla with the black-eyed pea mixture, top with salsa and diced avocado, and garnish with cilantro.
Black-Eyed Pea and Sweet Potato Hash
A hearty breakfast hash featuring split black-eyed peas and sweet potatoes, seasoned with spices and served with a poached egg on top.
- 1 cup split black-eyed peas, cooked
- 1 medium sweet potato, diced
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs (for poaching)
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent, then add the diced sweet potato and cook until tender.
- Stir in the cooked black-eyed peas, paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Poach the eggs in boiling water, then serve on top of the hash.
Black-Eyed Pea Curry
A rich and flavorful curry made with split black-eyed peas, coconut milk, and aromatic spices, served with brown rice for a wholesome meal.
- 1 cup split black-eyed peas, cooked
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- Salt to taste
- Cooked brown rice for serving
- In a pot, sauté the onion and garlic until soft, then add the curry powder and turmeric, cooking for another minute.
- Stir in the cooked black-eyed peas and coconut milk, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Serve the curry over cooked brown rice.
Black-Eyed Pea and Kale Frittata
A protein-packed frittata featuring split black-eyed peas and nutrient-rich kale, perfect for a healthy breakfast or brunch.
- 1 cup split black-eyed peas, cooked
- 1 cup kale, chopped
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for greasing
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper, then stir in the cooked black-eyed peas, kale, and feta cheese.
- Pour the mixture into the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until set and golden on top.