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    Smoky Black Eyed Pea Hummus

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    black eyed pea hummus

    As you may already know I grew up in Alabama. Down south we have lots of traditions and superstitions for pretty much all of the holidays and New Year's is no different. When I was growing up we feasted on black eyed peas at the start of every year because they are thought to bring prosperity in the year to come. There was always a new black eyed pea recipe to try. Truth be told, I'm not a huge fan of black eyed peas straight up, but when you wiz them up into a smoky black eyed pea hummus like this I am totally on board! 

    baked tostada with black-eyed pea hummus, roasted sweet potato, and jammy collard greens

    While this dip is great on its own, it is a real superstar in our Collard Greens and Black-Eyed Pea Hummus Tostadas!!

    If you’ve tried this Smoky Black Eyed Pea Hummus Recipe, I would be so grateful if you would rate it. Let me know what you think in the comments below. I just love hearing from you and your reviews and comments really help others that visit This Mess is Ours!

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    We love this spread served with crackers, but it is straight up magical as a schmear for sandwiches or on top of a tostada with our jammy Instant Pot Collard Greens!

    Don’t forget to rate the recipe and let me know what you think about this Smoky Black Eyed Pea Hummus in the comments below. I just love hearing from you. Your reviews/comments really help other people that visit This Mess is Ours!

    • Author: This Mess Is Ours
    • Prep Time: 10 mins
    • Cook Time: 0 mins
    • Total Time: 10 mins
    • Yield: 6 servings 1x
    • Category: Sides
    • Method: Blended
    • Cuisine: Southern

    Ingredients

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    • 2 garlic cloves, peeled
    • 2 ½ cups cooked blacked eyed peas, drained
    • ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
    • 3 tablespoons tahini
    • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper

    Garnish

    • olive oil for drizzling, paprika, red pepper flakes, Maldon sea salt, and black pepper.

    Instructions

    1. Place the garlic in the bowl of a food processor or a high powered blender and process until finely chopped. Add the black-eyed peas, extra-virgin olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt; and black pepper. Process until smooth.
    2. Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with a bit more olive oil then sprinkle with paprika, red pepper flakes, Maldon sea salt, and black pepper for garnish.

    Notes

    If using canned black eyed peas you will need to drain and rinse 2 (15-ounce) cans. Be sure that the canned black eyed peas you purchase are unseasoned.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 2-3 tablespoons
    • Calories: 179
    • Sugar: 2.2 g
    • Sodium: 392 mg
    • Fat: 15 g
    • Carbohydrates: 8.7 g
    • Protein: 4.2 g
    • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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    What are the health benefits of black eyed peas?

    Black eyed peas are packed with an amazing variety of nutrients. The most bountiful include fiber, folate, copper, and several other minerals. These beans help promote heart and gut health, as well as supporting weight loss.

    Click here for more information on the health benefits of black eyed peas.

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    Black eyed peas are extremely nutritious. They boast a virtually unlimited amount of nutrients, making it a good substitute for meat.

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    Comments

    1. Jenny Fowler says

      June 04, 2023 at 5:40 pm

      I came across this recipe trying to use up two cans of black eyes peas that were a mispick from a curbside order. I do not love black eyed peas, but I love this recipe!

      To the poster above, just fluff the mix back up with a fork and drizzle with some fresh olive oil and a sprinkle of smoky maldon salt and/or paprika and it’s good to go.

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      • Summer Dickerhoof says

        June 15, 2023 at 5:40 pm

        So happy to hear this!

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    2. Rashida says

      February 16, 2023 at 6:35 pm

      what do u suggest for dipping it with?

      Reply
      • Eliza Clendenin says

        February 23, 2023 at 1:14 pm

        Hi Rashida!

        We dip everything from veggies to chips & pita bread!

        Reply
    3. Kellie Donovan says

      December 28, 2021 at 5:52 pm

      Do you think this dish could be made ahead of time and refrigerated for a few days?
      I'd like to serve this on New Year's Day but we will be camping. I'm hoping to make it before we leave home. It would be in the refrigerator for 4 days before serving.
      Let me know your thoughts!
      Thank you

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      • meg@thismessisours says

        December 29, 2021 at 7:11 am

        Hi! Yes, I think it would be fine. Have a great camping trip!

        Reply

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