Hoppin' John

Hoppin' John is a traditional Southern dish made with black-eyed peas and rice, symbolizing good luck. This gluten-free version offers a flavorful and hearty meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Long-grain rice - 1 cup
• Black-eyed peas (cooked) - 1 cup
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion (diced) - 1 small
• Green bell pepper (diced) - 1/2
• Celery (diced) - 1 stalk
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Vegetable broth - 2 cups
• Cayenne pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Thyme (dried) - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Green onions (sliced, for garnish) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the rice to the pot and stir to coat the grains with the oil and vegetables.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth, then add the cooked black-eyed peas, cayenne pepper, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Stir to combine.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid.
7. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
8. Serve warm, garnished with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.

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