30-60 min4 - 8 servingsbay leaves

Black Eyed Peas with Fresh Dill and Parsley

By Mediterranean Living

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4 - 8 servings

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10 min

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Easy

Black Eyed Peas with Fresh Dill and Parsley
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Recipe Details

Course: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 25 min

Total Time: 30-60 min

Cooking Technique: Pressure Cook

Cuisine: Greek

Diet: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, High Fiber, Plant-Based, Vegan, Vegetarian

Yield: 4 - 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Black-Eyed Peas Dried
  • 1 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 cup fresh parsley
  • 1 cup fresh dill
  • 4 green onions
  • 2 carrots
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 Slices of Orange
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 3 cups Water
Black-Eyed Peas with Herbs is a traditional recipe from the Greek Island of Crete. The islands’ extra virgin olive oil, citrus, and herbs flavor this simple delicious bean dish. Foods like this have been eaten in the Mediterranean Sea region for thousands of years. This recipe uses dried black-eyed peas that cook perfectly in the Instant Pot.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Wash the black-eyed peas very well and pick out any stones.
  2. Add all of the ingredients to the Instant Pot and stir well.
  3. Cover the Instant Pot and lock it in.
  4. Make sure the vent on top is set to “sealing”. Set manual or pressure cook timer for 25 minutes.
  5. Once timer reaches zero, quick release the pressure.
  6. Enjoy!

About the chef

Mediterranean Living

Mediterranean Living

Mediterranean Living is dedicated to sharing the best of the Mediterranean Diet through recipes, videos, and expert insights from around the world. The site brings together scientific experts, cookbook authors, and everyday people to contribute their knowledge on Mediterranean cuisine and lifestyle. With a growing collection of resources, Mediterranean Living aims to inspire a healthier lifestyle through delicious, nutritious food. The team is passionate about expanding the platform and welcomes feedback and contributions from their community to help build a comprehensive Mediterranean diet resource.

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