Collard Green Black Eyed Pea Soup

Warm, comforting, and packed with nourishing ingredients, Collard Green Black Eyed Pea Soup is the perfect one-pot meal for any season. This hearty vegan soup combines tender black-eyed peas, vibrant collard greens, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery, all simmered in a richly spiced vegetable broth infused with smoked paprika, thyme, and oregano. A splash of lemon juice at the end brings a bright, zesty finish, while optional cayenne pepper adds a delightful kick for spice lovers. Ready in under an hour with minimal prep, this protein- and fiber-packed dish is not only deeply satisfying but also wholesome and nutrient-dense. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or cornbread for a soul-warming meal that’s as comforting as it is flavorful.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrot, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
• 4 cups collard greens, stems removed and chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the vegetable broth, black-eyed peas, tomato paste, bay leaf, salt, and ground black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 6

Add the chopped collard greens to the pot and stir well. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes, or until the collard greens are tender.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf from the soup and discard.

Step 8

Stir in the lemon juice to brighten the flavors.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot with crusty bread or cornbread on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2457.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1485.0

Total Fat 45.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5946.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 225.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 63.5g	0%
Total Sugars 51.0g
Protein 68.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1130.4mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 5381.6mg	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: 25.7%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 57.1%