Black-Eyed Peas With Collard Greens and Turnips

Hearty black-eyed peas paired with collard greens and turnips can be a savory side dish or served over brown rice for a meatless main dish.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 50 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
• Calories: 234 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (Optional)
• 4 cups water, or as needed to cover
• 1 turnip, peeled and chopped
• 1 bunch collard greens, chopped
• 1 cup dried black-eyed peas
• 1 tablespoon soy margarine

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place black-eyed peas into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let stand 8 hours to overnight. Drain and rinse.

Step 2

In a large pot, cover black-eyed peas with fresh water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until peas are tender, 40 to 60 minutes. Drain.

Step 3

Heat soy margarine in a skillet over medium heat. Add turnip and collard greens; cook for 2 minutes.

Step 4

Stir black-eyed peas, garlic, and tomatoes into collard mixture; cook and stir until collards are tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Season with balsamic vinaigrette and olive oil.