Casserole with Black Eyed Peas

Discover a hearty and wholesome twist on comfort food with this irresistible Casserole with Black-Eyed Peas! Bursting with flavor, this baked delight combines protein-packed black-eyed peas, tender sautéed vegetables, and fluffy cooked rice, all simmered in a spiced tomato broth seasoned with cumin and paprika. Topped with a golden layer of melted cheddar cheese, this casserole is as satisfying as it is comforting. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a crowd-pleasing family dinner. Plus, it’s easily customizable—add fresh parsley for a vibrant garnish or adjust the spices to your taste. Serve it as a standalone meal or pair it with a crisp side salad for a balanced feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Black-eyed peas
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Onion, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Carrot, diced
• 1 14.5-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes
• 1.5 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Cooked rice
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the black-eyed peas under cold water and soak them overnight, or follow the quick-soak method on the package if using dry peas. If using canned black-eyed peas, drain and rinse them well.

Step 2

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Once hot, sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, and diced carrot to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for another 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.

Step 5

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Add the cooked black-eyed peas and cooked rice to the skillet. Stir well until evenly combined and heated through.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture into a lightly greased 9x13-inch casserole dish. Spread it out evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Optionally garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1960.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2038.5

Total Fat 84.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.2g
Cholesterol 129.3mg	0%
Sodium 3342.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 248.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.2g	0%
Total Sugars 42.2g
Protein 78.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1211.5mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 3658.0mg	0%

*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: 36.7%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 48.2%