Vegetable Hoppin John
Infuse your weeknight dinner with Southern charm by whipping up this vibrant Vegetable Hoppin' John, a plant-based twist on the classic dish. Brimming with hearty black-eyed peas, tender vegetables, and fragrant spices like smoked paprika and thyme, this one-pot wonder delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Long-grain white rice soaks up the rich tomato and vegetable broth base, while a finishing touch of fresh green onions and parsley adds a pop of brightness. Perfect as a satisfying main dish or a savory side, this recipe is ready in under an hour and makes for a delicious, wholesome meal for the whole family. Whether you're celebrating tradition or simply looking for a comforting yet healthy option, this vegan Hoppin' John is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 3 cups black-eyed peas, cooked and drained
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 piece bay leaf
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, thyme, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute, allowing the spices to become fragrant.
Add the cooked black-eyed peas, diced tomatoes with their juices, vegetable broth, rice, and the bay leaf. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Check the pot occasionally and stir to prevent sticking. If needed, add a small amount of additional vegetable broth or water to keep the mixture moist.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf and discard.
Serve the Vegetable Hoppin' John hot, garnished with sliced green onions and chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
397 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.9 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 803 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.6 g | ||
| Protein | 17.3 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1055 mg | 22% | |
*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.
