Good Luck Black Eyed Pea Dip

Elevate your appetizer game with this creamy, flavorful Good Luck Black Eyed Pea Dip—a warm, cheesy dip that's perfect for parties, potlucks, or New Year's gatherings. Packed with hearty black-eyed peas, a hint of spice from jalapeños, and the smoky depth of paprika, this dish strikes the perfect balance of comfort and bold flavor. A golden layer of melted cheddar tops this delectable dip, adding a bubbly, gooey finish that’s perfect for scooping with tortilla chips or veggies. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is an easy-to-make, soul-warming addition to your table and a delicious way to bring a little luck and tradition to your menu.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed) Black-eyed peas
• 8 ounces (softened) Cream cheese
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1.5 cups (divided) Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 4-ounce can (drained) Diced green chilies
• 1 small (minced, optional for extra spice) Jalapeño
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon (for greasing the pan) Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons (chopped for garnish) Green onions
• 1 tablespoon (chopped for garnish, optional) Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish or cast-iron skillet with 1 teaspoon of olive oil.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the cooked or canned black-eyed peas with the back of a fork or potato masher. Leave some chunks for texture.

Step 3

Add the softened cream cheese, sour cream, 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, diced green chilies, minced jalapeño (if using), garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is evenly combined.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro, if desired.

Step 8

Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1102.6 grams (1102.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2399

Total Fat 185.50g	238%
Saturated Fat 113.80g	569%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.80g
Cholesterol 526mg	175%
Sodium 3185mg	138%
Total Carbohydrate 115.10g	42%
Dietary Fiber 24.70g	88%
Total Sugars 40.30g
Protein 92.00g	184%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1870mg	144%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 2152mg	46%

*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: 66.8%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 18.4%