Crock Pot Black Eyed Peas and Okra

Savor the comforting flavors of the South with this Crock Pot Black Eyed Peas and Okra recipe, a hearty and wholesome dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Packed with tender black-eyed peas, fresh okra, and the smoky kick of paprika and Cajun seasoning, this slow cooker creation is as flavorful as it is simple to prepare. A medley of vegetables, including tangy canned tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and sautéed onions, simmer together with savory vegetable broth, delivering a dish that's both nourishing and satisfying. Let your crock pot do all the work as the ingredients meld into a soul-warming vegetable stew that pairs perfectly with fluffy rice or classic cornbread. With minimal prep and big flavor, this easy southern-inspired recipe is a crowd-pleaser that you'll want to make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried black-eyed peas
• 2 cups Okra, sliced
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 14.5-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Sort and rinse the dried black-eyed peas to remove any debris, then place them in a bowl and cover with several inches of water. Let them soak overnight, or for at least 8 hours. Drain and rinse before using.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

In the crock pot, combine the soaked black-eyed peas, sautéed onion and garlic, diced tomatoes (with their juices), sliced okra, vegetable broth, smoked paprika, Cajun seasoning, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Stir the ingredients well, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.

Step 5

Set the crock pot to low and cook for 6-8 hours, or until the black-eyed peas are tender and the flavors have melded beautifully.

Step 6

Once cooked, remove the bay leaf and give the dish a taste. Adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 7

Serve warm as a side dish, or enjoy it as a main course over rice or with cornbread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2069.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1172.6

Total Fat 48.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.9g
Cholesterol 8.2mg	0%
Sodium 6236.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.0g	0%
Total Sugars 42.0g
Protein 43.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 683.8mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 4428.8mg	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: 35.8%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 50.1%