I wonder sometimes why they call these beans peas. Although, they are in the legume family, they have no relation to the peas. However, don’t let that stop you from soaking, rinsing, and stewing them with some garden veggies. This savory garden veggie and Black Eyed Pea stew is well worth the time and effort of soaking and simmering. Not only is it low calorie, it is loaded with nutrients.
So, if you’re looking for a substantial amount of folate, fiber, magnesium, potassium, and zinc, you’ve picked the right legume. Pair this with carrots, onion, garlic, and spinach and you have a strong start to strengthening your heart! In the meantime, you’ll also be meeting your daily energy needs. Check out additional benefits of this hearty legume Here.
And don’t forget, strengthen your heart with God’s word each day too!
Lord, You have heard the desire of the humble;
You will strengthen their hearts.
You will listen carefully,
doing justice for the fatherless and the oppressed
so that men of the earth may terrify them no more.
Psalm 10:17-18
Garden Veggies & Black-eyed Peas
Ingredients
- 1 16 oz bag Dry Black Eyed Peas
- 4 Cups Water
- 2 Cups Vegetable Broth
- 1 Large Onion
- 3 Cloves Garlic Minced
- 2 Carrots Chopped
- 1 Cup Fresh Spinach
- 2 Teaspoons Cumin
- 2 Teaspoons Thyme
- 1 Teaspoon Each Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Rinse and soak beans according to package directions. Rinse again. Place in a large soup pot and bring to a boil with four cups of water. Simmer one hour, then add spices, salt and pepper, carrots, onions, and garlic. Simmer another hour until beans are done. Chop spinach leaves and add just before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 18kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 485mgPotassium: 67mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 508IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 1mg
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Staying on track with a focused plan to heal the heart physically and spiritually will bless those around you for years to come! Hang in there because you and your family are worth it! You can start with meals like this Garden Veggie and Black-eyed Pea stew.
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