Hoppin' John (Sausage, Black-Eyed Peas, and Rice)
Spicy and satisfying, this recipe can be easily doubled for leftovers the next day! Yum!
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Values are per serving · Serving Size: 1 cup, 1/4 of recipe (225)
234
Calories
12g
Protein
36g
Carbs
5g
Fat
5g
Fiber
1g
Sugar
1057mg
Sodium
Saturated Fat 1 g · Cholesterol 20 mg
Rings show one serving as a share of a 2,000 calorie reference day. In the Nutrola app they fill against your own goals.
Ingredients
brown rice, instant uncooked
1/2 cup · or white rice
canola oil
1 teaspoon · or corn oil
low-fat smoked turkey sausage ring, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
3 ounces · lowest fat and sodium available
red bell pepper
1/2 · medium, chopped
jalapeño pepper, medium
1 · seeded and finely chopped
black eyed peas
1 can · low-sodium, rinsed and drained, 15 ounces
water
1/2 cup
salt
1 teaspoon
Instructions
- 1
Wash hands with soap and water.
- 2
Prepare the rice using the package directions, omitting the salt and butter/margarine.
- 3
Meanwhile, in a medium non-stick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Cook the sausage for 3 minutes or until richly browned, stirring frequently.
- 4
Stir in the bell pepper and jalapeño pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Stir in the peas, water, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes, or until the mixture is thickened slightly but some liquid remains. Remove from the heat.
- 6
Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes so the flavors bend. Stir in the rice. Transfer to a serving bowl.
Source: USDA MyPlate Kitchen · Power to End Stroke: 46 Healthy Soul Food Recipes Cookbook American Heart Association
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