Spicy Black Eyed Pea Skillet
Packed with bold flavors and hearty ingredients, this Spicy Black Eyed Pea Skillet is a quick, one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy dinner at home. Featuring tender black-eyed peas, vibrant bell peppers, and the spicy kick of jalapeño, this dish is simmered in a smoky, tomato-based sauce infused with smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder. It’s a wholesome and satisfying vegan recipe that's ready in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for meal preppers and weeknight cooks alike. Top it off with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of zesty lime, creamy avocado slices, or your favorite hot sauce for a customizable and flavorful finish. Whether you're looking for a plant-based comfort food or a spicy, protein-packed skillet, this recipe is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium jalapeño, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat, if desired)
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups black-eyed peas, cooked (or canned, rinsed, and drained)
- 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 0.5 cup vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 whole lime, cut into wedges
- n/a optional toppings: avocado slices, hot sauce
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and red bell pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Stir in the chopped jalapeño and minced garlic, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the cooked black-eyed peas, diced tomatoes with their juices, and vegetable broth to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Sprinkle the smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper over the mixture. Stir well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Uncover the skillet and taste the mixture. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro.
Serve warm, garnished with lime wedges and optional toppings like avocado slices or hot sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
330 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.2 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 901 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.6 g | ||
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 960 mg | 20% | |
*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.
