Meatless Hoppin' John with Black‑Eyed Peas
Meatless Hoppin' John with Black‑Eyed Peas brings fluffy long‑grain rice together with creamy black‑eyed peas and sweet sautéed onions, lifted by a hint of Cajun spice. It’s cozy and well‑balanced, with gentle heat and satisfying texture in every bite. Serve it for a weeknight Dinner or on New Year’s Day for a comforting, luck‑bringing bowl.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Meatless Hoppin' John with Black‑Eyed Peas, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 9 / 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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- 41
- Heart Health
- 70
- Metabolic
- 39
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
In a saucepan, bring the broth and rice to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- 2
Warm the olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Cook the onion in the hot oil until translucent. Stir in the cooked rice, black-eyed peas, and Cajun seasoning with the onion.
- 3
Cover the pot and cook until the flavors blend.
- Calories 296.31 kcal Moderate 15%
- Protein 11.11 g Good Source 22%
- Carbohydrate 51.16 g 19%
- Total Fat 5.73 g Moderate 7%
- Saturated Fat 0.93 g Low Source 5%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 1.35 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 702.05 mg High 31%
- Dietary Fiber 5.37 g Moderate 19%
- Total Sugars 3.36 g --
- Added Sugars 0.48 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 66.38 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 3.6 mg Good Source 20%
- Potassium 433.34 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 112.68 mcg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin C 1.23 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Meatless Hoppin' John with Black Eyed Peas is a Cajun and Creole side dish recipe made with 6 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Eyed Peas, Cajun Seasoning, Long Grain Rice, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 296.31 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Meatless Hoppin' John with Black‑Eyed Peas?
- It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 6 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Meatless Hoppin' John with Black‑Eyed Peas made of?
- The main ingredients are Black-Eyed Peas, Cajun Seasoning, Long-Grain Rice, Olive Oil, Vegetable Broth. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Meatless Hoppin' John with Black‑Eyed Peas?
- About 45 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 296.31 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Meatless Hoppin' John with Black‑Eyed Peas easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Meatless Hoppin' John with Black‑Eyed Peas healthy?
- Meatless Hoppin' John with Black‑Eyed Peas has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 296.31 calories and 11.11 g of protein, or 22% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 702.05 mg (31% of the Daily Value). It contains Onions, 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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