Simple Vegetarian Hoppin John
Savor the comforting flavors of the South with this Simple Vegetarian Hoppin' John, a plant-based twist on a classic soul food dish. Packed with hearty black-eyed peas, aromatic vegetables, and a zesty blend of smoked paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper, this one-pot recipe delivers bold, smoky flavor in every spoonful. Simmered to tender perfection in vegetable broth and served over fluffy white rice, it’s a satisfying and wholesome meal perfect for any day of the week. Garnished with fresh scallions and parsley, and a splash of hot sauce if you'd like, this quick and easy vegetarian recipe is ready in under an hour. Whether you're celebrating New Year’s Day or just seeking a cozy vegan dinner idea, this Hoppin’ John is a delicious nod to tradition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2 medium, diced celery stalks
- 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup dried black-eyed peas
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 3 sliced (for garnish) scallions
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional garnish) fresh parsley
- 1 splash per serving (optional) hot sauce
Instructions
Rinse the dried black-eyed peas thoroughly under cold water and set them aside. No soaking is required for this recipe if using dried peas.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced onion, celery, and green bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Add the minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried thyme, and cayenne pepper. Stir well and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Pour in the vegetable broth and stir to combine. Add the rinsed black-eyed peas, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the black-eyed peas are tender. Add more broth if needed to keep the mixture from drying out.
While the black-eyed peas are cooking, prepare the rice according to the package instructions. Set aside and keep warm.
Once the black-eyed peas are fully cooked, remove and discard the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
To serve, spoon a scoop of cooked rice into a bowl, then ladle the black-eyed pea mixture over it. Garnish with sliced scallions and fresh parsley, if desired. Add a splash of hot sauce for extra heat, if preferred.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Simple Vegetarian Hoppin' John!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
321 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.7 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1176 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 85 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 757 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
