Air-Fried Crunchy Cajun Black-Eyed Peas
Air-Fried Crunchy Cajun Black-Eyed Peas deliver a bold, peppery kick with a toasty crunch on the outside and a tender, creamy center. They’re a fun, protein-rich snack or party nibble, perfect for game days or casual gatherings when you want something crisp and seasoned. The simple Cajun spice blend keeps the flavor lively without overpowering the earthy beans.
- Prep4 mins
- Cook14 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Air-Fried Crunchy Cajun Black-Eyed Peas, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 37
- Heart Health
- 70
- Metabolic
- 22
- Digestive
- 29
- Inflammatory
- 40
- Performance
- 45
- General Wellness
- 1
Line a baking sheet with paper towels; spread the drained peas in an even layer, removing any shells and mashed peas. Pat them dry with more paper towels.
- 2
Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees C) following the manufacturer's directions.
- 3
Whisk the oil and Cajun seasoning in a bowl. Stir in the peas until they are evenly coated.
- 4
Place the peas in the air fryer basket. Cook for 7 minutes, then shake the basket and cook for 7 minutes more.
- Calories 98.11 kcal Low Source 5%
- Protein 4.74 g Low Source 9%
- Carbohydrate 14.31 g 5%
- Total Fat 3.56 g Low Source 5%
- Saturated Fat 0.45 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 444.09 mg Moderate 19%
- Dietary Fiber 2.36 g Low Source 8%
- Total Sugars 0.79 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 31.85 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 1.42 mg Low Source 8%
- Potassium 220.95 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Air Fried Crunchy Cajun Black Eyed Peas is made with 3 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 18 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Eyed Peas, Cajun Seasoning, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 98.11 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Air-Fried Crunchy Cajun Black-Eyed Peas made of?
- The main ingredients are Black-Eyed Peas, Cajun Seasoning, Olive Oil. The full list of 3 is above.
- How long does it take to make Air-Fried Crunchy Cajun Black-Eyed Peas?
- About 18 mins in total: 4 mins to prepare and 14 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 98.11 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Air-Fried Crunchy Cajun Black-Eyed Peas easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 3 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Air-Fried Crunchy Cajun Black-Eyed Peas healthy?
- Air-Fried Crunchy Cajun Black-Eyed Peas has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 98.11 calories and 4.74 g of protein, or 9% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 444.09 mg (19% of the Daily Value). Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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