Mediterranean Black-Eyed Pea Soup

Ingredients

• 1 cup black-eyed peas
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 medium carrot
• 2 medium celery
• 1 large onion
• 2 large garlic
• 14.5 ounces tomatoes
• 2 cups kale
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 0.25 cup parsley

Instructions

1. 1Rinse and soak black-eyed peas overnight in cold water.
2. 2Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
3. 3Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until they start to soften.
4. 4Stir in minced garlic, paprika, and cumin; cook until fragrant.
5. 5Drain and add soaked black-eyed peas to the pot.
6. 6Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
7. 7Add diced tomatoes (with juice) and continue to simmer.
8. 8After 15 minutes, add roughly chopped kale and simmer until the peas are tender.
9. 9Remove from heat and stir in fresh lemon juice.
10. 10Season with salt and pepper to taste.
11. 11Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
12. 12Enjoy your nutritious Mediterranean Black-Eyed Pea Soup!