Black Eyed Pea Stew with Rice

Warm up your soul with this hearty and flavorful Black Eyed Pea Stew with Rice, a comforting one-pot wonder that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Packed with tender black-eyed peas, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and red bell pepper, and simmered in a savory broth seasoned with smoked paprika, thyme, and a hint of garlic, this stew boasts bold Southern-inspired flavors. Served over a bed of fluffy white rice and garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a satisfying, wholesome dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Ideal for vegetarians and easy to customize, this recipe comes together with minimal prep time and offers a warm, nourishing meal for the whole family. Whether you're seeking a cozy dinner idea or looking to explore plant-based comfort food, this black-eyed pea stew is sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups (dried) Black-eyed peas
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 medium, diced Carrots
• 2 diced Celery stalks
• 1 diced Red bell pepper
• 6 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 14-ounce can Diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon (dried) Thyme
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 cups Cooked white rice
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried black-eyed peas under cold water and soak them in enough water to cover for at least 6 hours or overnight. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, diced celery, and diced red bell pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the soaked and drained black-eyed peas to the pot along with the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes (with their juices), smoked paprika, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 45-50 minutes, or until the black-eyed peas are tender. Stir occasionally and add more broth if needed to maintain a stew-like consistency.

Step 6

While the stew is simmering, prepare the white rice according to the package instructions. Keep warm until ready to serve.

Step 7

Taste the stew and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary. Remove the bay leaf and discard.

Step 8

Serve the stew over a bed of cooked white rice and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy your hearty Black Eyed Pea Stew with Rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3670.5 grams (3670.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2305

Total Fat 46.70g	60%
Saturated Fat 8.50g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8257mg	359%
Total Carbohydrate 400.60g	146%
Dietary Fiber 65.30g	233%
Total Sugars 66.10g
Protein 78.90g	158%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 807mg	62%
Iron 29mg	162%
Potassium 7029mg	150%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.0%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 68.5%