Popeye’S Pick-Me-Up

This comforting dish brings home-style Southern flavor to your table with a twist. It features tender steamed spinach, okra, and red peppers served over a bed of brown rice. The star is a rich, creamy sauce made from blended split peas, sunflower oil, and aromatic tarragon. This meal is packed with fiber and plant-based protein, making it a satisfying choice for a quick weeknight dinner. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple to prepare using pantry staples and offers a wholesome, nutritious experience that the whole family will enjoy.

Cooking Method: Steaming

Cuisine: Southern

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 2

Calories: 260.1

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

This comforting dish brings home-style Southern flavor to your table with a twist. It features tender steamed spinach, okra, and red peppers served over a bed of brown rice. The star is a rich, creamy sauce made from blended split peas, sunflower oil, and aromatic tarragon. This meal is packed with fiber and plant-based protein, making it a satisfying choice for a quick weeknight dinner. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple to prepare using pantry staples and offers a wholesome, nutritious experience that the whole family will enjoy.

Ingredients

3 ounce Spinach; chopped
3 ounce Okra; sliced
3 ounce Red pepper; chopped
3 ounce Split peas; cooked
1 1/2 tablespoon Sunflower oil
1/2 teaspoon Soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon Tarragon
1/2 teaspoon Salt
3 ounce Brown rice; cooked

Directions

1
Steam the chopped spinach, sliced okra, and chopped red pepper for approximately 7 minutes, or until they are tender but still retain some texture.
2
While the vegetables steam, place the cooked split peas into a blender.
3
Add the sunflower oil, soy sauce, tarragon, salt, and 2 ounces of water to the blender with the split peas.
4
Blend the mixture on high speed until it is completely smooth and reaches a creamy sauce consistency.
5
Divide the cooked brown rice between two serving bowls.
6
Arrange the steamed vegetables on top of the rice.
7
Pour the warm split pea sauce generously over the vegetables and rice.
8
Serve immediately while warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 260.1kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.3g12%
Saturated Fat 1.0g5%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2552.2mg107%
Total Carbohydrate 41.4g14%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g47%
Sugars 9.2g
Protein 10.5g21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Ensure the split peas are thoroughly cooked and drained before blending to achieve the best texture for the sauce.

For a richer flavor, you can substitute the water with vegetable broth when blending the sauce.

If fresh tarragon is unavailable, dried tarragon can be used, but reduce the quantity slightly as it is more potent.

Leftover sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water to restore consistency.

This dish pairs well with a side of crusty bread to soak up the creamy pea sauce.

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