Name: Hoppin' John with Orange Bell Peppers
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil; 2 medium orange bell peppers, chopped (1/2-inch); 4 large cloves garlic, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 small bunch collard greens (about 8 ounces), trimmed and chopped; 4 cups cooked black-eyed peas (homemade, frozen or canned, rinsed); 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 cup water

Hoppin' John with Orange Bell Peppers

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Loads of ham hocks, cured pork belly or even smoked turkey wings are usually key ingredients in this Southern dish. In this healthy Hoppin‘ John recipe, smoked paprika and cayenne pepper bring on the flavor. Ounce-for-ounce, these two spices contain roughly 2 1/2 times the beta carotene of boiled sweet potatoes. Serve as a main-dish stew or serve a smaller portion as a side along with some brown rice.

By Raghavan Iyer

Updated on July 9, 2019

Cook Time:

35 mins

Additional Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Low-Calorie High Fiber Dairy-Free Egg Free Gluten-Free Vegetarian Vegan Nut-Free Soy-Free Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Healthy Pregnancy Low Added Sugars

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 medium orange bell peppers, chopped (1/2-inch)
4 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 small bunch collard greens (about 8 ounces), trimmed and chopped
4 cups cooked black-eyed peas (homemade, frozen or canned, rinsed)
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup water

Directions

Heat oil in a large saucepan or pot over medium heat. Add bell peppers and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to brown and smell fragrant, 6 to 8 minutes.
Stir in cumin, paprika, cayenne and salt; cook, stirring, for 15 seconds. Stir in collard greens by the handful; cook, stirring, until they are wilted a bit, about 2 minutes.
Add black-eyed peas, tomatoes and their juice and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the greens are tender, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

213	Calories
6g	Fat
31g	Carbs
11g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 213
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 31g	11%
Dietary Fiber 11g	38%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 11g	22%
Total Fat 6g	8%
Saturated Fat 1g	3%
Vitamin A 2927IU	59%
Vitamin C 68mg	75%
Folate 293mcg	73%
Sodium 477mg	21%
Calcium 113mg	9%
Iron 4mg	22%
Magnesium 81mg	19%
Potassium 602mg	13%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.