Description
Black-Eyed Pea Salad is a colorful, refreshing dish that combines the earthy flavors of black-eyed peas with crisp vegetables and a zesty dressing. Perfect for summer picnics or casual dinners, this salad offers a delightful crunch in every bite while bringing joy to your table. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, it’s an ideal dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Drain and rinse the canned black-eyed peas in a colander.
- 2. Chop cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and parsley.
- 3. In a large bowl, combine the black-eyed peas and chopped veggies; gently fold together.
- 4. Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until blended.
- 5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- 6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg