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Black Eyed Peas and Sweet Potato Hash

Bring in the new year with this plentiful 1 Pot Black eyed pea and Sweet Potato Hash with Harissa Spice. Ready in 20 minutes. Serve over toast with a creamy dressing or avocado. Vegan Gluten-free Soy-free Recipe.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 142 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American , Vegan , gluten-free

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp oil
  • 1/2 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic finely chopped
  • 1 sweet potato peeled and cubed small (1.5 to 2 cups cubed)
  • 1/2 green bell pepper chopped small
  • 1/2 tsp or more salt depends on if the black eyed peas are salted
  • 1/2 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp harissa spice blend or 2 to 3 tsp paste
  • 1.5 cups cooked black eyed peas
  • 1.5 cup or more chopped baby greens I use 1 cup chopped frozen baby spinach
  • 1/4 to 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • ground cumin black pepper, or more harissa spice blend for garnish
  • cilantro/scallions and lemon juice for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat, Add onion and garlic and a pinch of salt and cook until translucent. 5 to 6 minutes. Stir occasionally.
  2. Add sweet potato, bell pepper, 1/4 tsp salt, thyme, harissa and toss well to coat. Cover and cook for 3 minutes.
  3. Add a splash of water (2 to 3 tbsp) and mix. Cover and cook for 8 to 10 minutes undisturbed. Stir and check if the sweet potatoes are done. Cover and cook for 2 minutes or so longer if not done.
  4. Add the black eyed peas and greens and mix well. Increase heat to medium high and cook for 2 minutes. Taste and adjust salt and heat. Add a tsp of olive oil or vegan butter, cumin, black pepper or more harissa spice blend, a dash of lemon and mix well.
  5. Take off heat. Garnish with cilantro and serve as is or with garlic bread or over toasted bread or tortillas. Or make a bowl with cooked grains, lettuce/greens and a dressing.

Notes

  • * If using collard greens or other longer cooking greens, add collards at step 4, mix and cook until wilted, then fold in black eyed peas and continue.
  • For variation: Use other cooked beans, lentils or chickpeas.
  • Nutritional values based on one serving

Nutrition Information

Calories 142kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 2g (3%) Sodium 322mg (13%) Potassium 431mg (12%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 5805IU (116%) Vitamin C 17.9mg (20%) Calcium 68mg (7%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 142

% Daily Value*

Calories 142kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 2g 3%
Sodium 322mg 13%
Potassium 431mg 9%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 5805IU 116%
Vitamin C 17.9mg 20%
Calcium 68mg 7%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.