Skinny Hoppin' John

Cook: 85 min Cuisine: Southern

A hearty, flavorful dish featuring black-eyed peas, tomatoes, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a healthy, comforting meal that suits vegetarians and those seeking plant-based options.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried black-eyed peas
  • 1 can (about 14 oz.) seedless diced tomatoes, drained
  • 2 scallions, finely chopped
  • 1 rib celery, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped white onion
  • 1 chili pepper
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • freshly ground pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the black-eyed peas and place them in a deep saucepan with 2 1/2 cups cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
  2. Cook until peas are almost soft, about an hour.
  3. Stir in the drained diced tomatoes, chopped scallions, diced celery, chopped onion, chili pepper, and salt.
  4. Simmer the mixture for 25 minutes over medium heat.
  5. Mix in lime juice and season to taste with freshly ground black pepper.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

43 kcal 2% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1.7g 3% DV
Total Fat 0.3g
Carbs 10.4g 4% DV
Fiber 2.2g 8% DV
Sugar 4.7g 9% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9796.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 330.5mg 7% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 53.5mcg 6% DV
Vitamin C 77.2mg 86% DV
Calcium 50.5mg 4% DV
Iron 1.1mg 6% DV
Diet fit Keto-friendly Under 400 cal Low-fat

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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