Best 4 Vegan Cajun Hoppin John Recipes

**Discover the vibrant flavors of Louisiana with our tantalizing Vegan Cajun Hoppin' John, a traditional dish served on New Year's Day for good luck and prosperity.** This hearty and flavorful stew combines protein-packed black-eyed peas with aromatic Cajun spices, tender vegetables, and a rich vegetable broth for a satisfying and wholesome meal. But that's not all, we also have a collection of additional delectable recipes to satisfy every craving:

- **Vegan Hoppin' John with Collard Greens:** Elevate your Hoppin' John experience by adding a side of tender and flavorful collard greens, simmered in a savory broth infused with smoky bacon flavor.

- **Vegan Cajun Hoppin' John Soup:** Transform your Hoppin' John into a comforting and nourishing soup, perfect for a chilly day. This warming soup is packed with hearty ingredients, a flavorful broth, and a touch of spice.

- **Vegan Hoppin' John Salad:** Create a lighter and refreshing version of Hoppin' John by combining it with a variety of crisp veggies, tossed in a tangy vinaigrette dressing. This salad is a delightful blend of textures and flavors.

- **Vegan Hoppin' John Tacos:** Embark on a culinary journey by serving your Hoppin' John in soft tortillas, topped with fresh pico de gallo, creamy avocado, and a drizzle of zesty lime crema. These tacos are a fun and flavorful twist on a classic dish.

- **Vegan Hoppin' John Burgers:** Satisfy your burger cravings with these hearty and flavorful Hoppin' John burgers. Made with a combination of black-eyed peas, vegetables, and spices, these burgers are served on buns with your favorite toppings.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

VEGAN HOPPIN' JOHN

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I combined a few recipes that I found on Google for this vegan black-eyed pea dish. The result was wonderful! Garnishes: sliced green onions, shredded soy cheese, and hot pepper sauce.

Provided by RachelRayfan13

Time 2h55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

½ pound dried black-eyed peas, sorted and rinsed
3 cups water
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
½ cup long-grain brown rice
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
1 cup diced onion
¾ cup diced celery
¾ cup diced yellow bell pepper
¾ cup diced red bell pepper
1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
2 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

Steps:

Bring water and beans to a boil in a large pot. Remove pot from heat, cover, and let stand for 1 hour. Drain and rinse before using.
Place black-eyed peas, water, oregano, thyme, and bay leaf in a large pot; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 40 minutes. Add rice, cover, and simmer until the black-eyed peas and rice are tender, 30 to 40 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add celery, bell peppers, and jalapeno; saute for an additional 5 minutes. Add garlic and saute for 2 minutes more.
When the black-eyed peas are tender, add the sauteed vegetable mixture, tomatoes, parsley, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper, and stir well to combine. Cover and set aside to allow the flavors to blend, 5 to 10 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings, if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.9 calories, Carbohydrate 62.7 g, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 9.5 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 408.4 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

SMOKY VEGAN HOPPIN' JOHN WITH CHARD

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This vegan hoppin' John is made with smoky simmered black-eyed peas, spices and chard. Perfect for New Year's, or pretty much any day of the year!

Provided by Alissa

Categories Entree

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, (minced)
2 celery stalks, (diced)
1 medium onion, (diced)
1 green bell pepper, (diced)
4 cups vegetable broth
1 pound dried black eyed peas, (soaked in water 8 hours or overnight)
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 bunch (about 3/4 lb.) Swiss chard leaves, (sliced into strips)
salt, (to taste)
Cayenne pepper hot sauce, (to taste)
4 scallions (chopped)
cooked rice or quinoa (for serving)

Steps:

Place the olive oil in large pot and set over medium heat. Add the garlic, celery, onion and bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the broth, black eyed peas, liquid smoke, bay leaves, thyme, smoked paprika, cayenne and black pepper. Stir a few times and bring to a simmer. Allow to simmer, uncovered, until the peas are tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 50 minutes. Add a bit of water to the pot if it gets too dry.
Add the chard and stir a few times. Allow to simmer about 3 more minutes, until the chard leaves are wilted. Remove from heat and season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper hot sauce to taste. Remove and discard the bay leaves.
Serve over rice or quinoa. Top with scallions and additional hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 kcal, Carbohydrate 53.6 g, Protein 22.9 g, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 599 mg, Fiber 22.2 g, Sugar 4.9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

VEGETARIAN HOPPIN' JOHN

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Both of my daughters are vegetarians. I developed this simple recipe for them to let them enjoy Hoppin' John. It can be used as a base for additional ingredients according to personal preference. This recipe was submitted to the Harvard College Dining Services and was selected as a vegetarian option for the student dining halls.

Provided by plasticmsg

Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegetarian

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 ½ cups vegetable broth
1 cup long grain rice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Steps:

Bring broth and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
Heat olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion in hot oil until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir rice, black-eyed peas, and Cajun seasoning into onion, cover the pot with a lid, and cook until flavors blend, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.3 calories, Carbohydrate 49.4 g, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 652.9 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

HOPPIN' JOHN - CAJUN STYLE

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Make and share this Hoppin' John - Cajun Style recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Fauve

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

3 -4 slices bacon
1 cup uncooked rice
1/2 cup water
1 (11 1/2 ounce) can tomato juice
1 (12 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon cajun spices (more or less to taste) or 1 teaspoon dry rub seasonings (more or less to taste)
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (more or less to taste)
2 tablespoons bacon drippings or 2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, undrained
parsley

Steps:

Fry bacon, drain on paper toweling; crumble and set aside.
Reserve 2 tablespoons grease.
In a medium sized mixing bowl, combine rice, water, tomato juice, tomatoes, onion, seasonings (liquid and dry) and bacon drippings.
Pour into a 2 quart buttered casserole; cover tightly.
Bake at 350* for 1 hour.
Uncover, stir and toss lightly with black-eyed peas.
Top with crumbled bacon pieces.
Cover and bake for about 30 more minutes.
Garnish with parsley, if desired.

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and seasonings. Cajun cuisine is all about big, bold flavors, so don't be afraid to add a little heat or spice to your dish.
Cook your rice and beans together. This will help the flavors to meld and create a more cohesive dish.
Don't overcook your vegetables. You want them to be tender but still have a little bit of crunch.
Serve your Hoppin' John with your favorite sides. Some popular options include cornbread, collared greens, and fried okra.

Conclusion:

Vegan Cajun Hoppin' John is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting vegan dish to try, give Vegan Cajun Hoppin' John a try. You won't be disappointed!