Black-eyed Pea Soup Smoky Black-eyed Pea Soup with Vegetables and Herbs Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, diced 2 celery stalks, diced 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon thyme 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) 4 cups cooked black-eyed peas (or 2 cans, drained and rinsed) 4 cups vegetable broth 1 bay leaf Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon lemon juice Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish Directions: Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for another 5 minutes. Add smoked paprika, thyme, and cayenne. Stir to coat the vegetables. Add black-eyed peas, vegetable broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes to blend flavors. Remove bay leaf. Blend a portion of the soup with an immersion blender or in a regular blender for a creamier texture, if desired. Stir in lemon juice, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 280 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #souplovers #veganrecipes #blackeyedpeas #vegetariansoup #healthycomfortfood #veganprotein #dairyfree #glutenfreeeats #soulfoodinspired #easyvegandinner #plantbasedmeals #souprecipe #highfibermeals #homemadesoup #winterwarmers #smokypaprika #veggiesoup #vegancomfortfood #meatlessmeals #veganstew This hearty Black-eyed Pea Soup is a cozy bowl of smoky, herby comfort. Packed with veggies, flavor, and plant-based protein!