Smokey Greens and Black-Eyed Peas

Smokey Greens and Black-Eyed Peas

Ingredients

1-2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup vegetable broth
1/2 bag (8 ounces) of black-eyed peas, soaked overnight
1 bunch of fresh kale, chopped
2 teaspoons of smoked paprika
sea salt, fresh ground pepper and hot sauce to taste

How we make it

Soak the black-eyed peas according to the package directions.

Preparation:

In a large sauté pan or skillet heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Add the onion and garlic and sauté until translucent.

Add the vegetable broth, black-eyed peas and the kale. Cover and cook for about 12 minutes or until the kale is reduced.

Stir in the smoked paprika and mix well. Allow to cook another 5 minutes or until the kale is tender.

You can serve this over brown rice or as the main dish alone with biscuits and a side of fresh fruit!

Makes 4 servings.

Per serving: Calories 174, Calories from Fat 65, Total Fat 7.34g, Saturated Fat 1.07g, Trans Fat 0.0g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 128mg, Potassium 416mg, Total Carbs 21.12g, Dietary Fiber 3.9g, Sugars 3.0g, Protein 7.46g