Black-Eyed Pea & Cauliflower Chowder (Gluten-Free)
Black-Eyed Pea & Cauliflower Chowder (Gluten-Free) blends tender florets and hearty peas in a rich, bacon-scented broth layered with thyme, garlic, and a hint of white wine. The result is creamy without cream, offering smoky depth and gentle peppery warmth. Serve it on a chilly evening or for a comforting weekend dinner that feels both rustic and refined.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook49 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Black-Eyed Pea & Cauliflower Chowder (Gluten-Free), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 6 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 94 / 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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- 21
- Heart Health
- 80
- Metabolic
- 37
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 56
- Performance
- 48
- General Wellness
- 1
Put the bacon in a large pot and cook over medium heat, turning now and then, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer the bacon pieces to paper towels to drain.
- 2
In the same pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and thyme; cook, stirring, until the onion softens, about 10 minutes. Stir in the wine and cook until slightly reduced, about 4 minutes. Add the chicken broth, black-eyed peas, and cauliflower florets. Season with black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer the soup until the flavors come together, about 20 minutes.
- 3
Take the soup off the heat and let it cool briefly, about 10 minutes. Puree the soup with an immersion blender until smooth. Sprinkle the bacon pieces on top.
- Calories 337.48 kcal Moderate 17%
- Protein 26.38 g Good Source 53%
- Carbohydrate 23.24 g 8%
- Total Fat 14.66 g Moderate 19%
- Saturated Fat 4.92 g High 25%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 37.69 mg Moderate 13%
- Sodium 1878.58 mg High 82%
- Dietary Fiber 5.18 g Moderate 19%
- Total Sugars 3.3 g --
- Added Sugars 0.05 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 72.45 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 2.77 mg Moderate 15%
- Potassium 555.24 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 26.91 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 40.57 mg Good Source 45%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Black Eyed Pea & Cauliflower Chowder (Gluten Free) is made with 10 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 1 hr 4 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Eyed Peas, Black Pepper, Cauliflower, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 337.48 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Black-Eyed Pea & Cauliflower Chowder (Gluten-Free) made of?
- The main ingredients are Black-Eyed Peas, Black Pepper, Cauliflower, Chicken Broth, Dried Thyme. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Black-Eyed Pea & Cauliflower Chowder (Gluten-Free)?
- About 1 hr 4 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 49 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 337.48 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Black-Eyed Pea & Cauliflower Chowder (Gluten-Free) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Black-Eyed Pea & Cauliflower Chowder (Gluten-Free) healthy?
- Black-Eyed Pea & Cauliflower Chowder (Gluten-Free) has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 337.48 calories and 26.38 g of protein, or 53% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1878.58 mg (82% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.92 g (25% of the Daily Value). It contains Sulfites, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. 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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