Recipe: Black Eyed Pea Dip

Kristen Markette
Apr 26, 2017
2 min read

If you're anything like me, you have black eyed peas on average once a year, and that is only if you're feeling up to cooking on New Years Day. Its long been a family tradition, and Southern tradition, to eat the little black eyes for luck and fortune on New Years Day. I had the fortune of having two cans of unsalted Black Eyed Peas leftover from my NY cooking spree. I decided, in my mind, they would stay in the pantry and be great "earthquake" food; but when a girl gets hungry, and creative, and tired of hummus she digs into her emergency food bank!

Benefits of Black Eyed Peas (besides being delicious any time of year!):

1. Fiber Packed -- these little peas (which are actually beans) are high in fiber which is great for preventing constipation.

2. Iron Rich -- for those who may be anemic, these iron-rich beans are perfect to add to your diet.

3. Folate Filled -- if you're not already noticing, these beans pack a lot of nutrients. Another being folate, which is a B-vitamin that is used to make new cells and helps the body convert B12. Folate is extremely important for pregnant women, low levels of this can cause serious birth defects. One cup is over 50% of daily level of folate needed!

4. Rich in Potassium -- another nutrient that is helpful in lowering blood pressure. One cup is 20% of your daily levels of potassium!

5. Vitamin A -- with high levels of Vitamin A, you get some boost in skin & eye health in these beans. Something else besides carrots to keep those peepers healthy!

With all the benefits of Black Eyed Peas, have I convinced you to make this super easy Bean Dip yet? Whip this together in minutes. It's a great substitute for hummus, especially for those who are more sensitive to Garbanzo beans, or just plain need to switch up the routine. This is a party pleaser dip too. Experiment with the flavors, if you want to try a different herb, go for it! More spice, add some chili powder or tabasco.

Ingredients:

2 Cans Black Eyed Peas (unsalted, if possible), Drained & Rinsed

3 Tbs. Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)

1 clove garlic

1 pinch Celtic Grey Sea Salt

1/2 Lemon Squeezed

Dill

Ground Pepper

Chilli Powder (optional)

Blend everything in food processor, or blender, until desired consistency, a couple of minutes. Serve immediately, or store in fridge and serve cold. Can also be frozen in a mason jar for longer storage.