Black Eyed Pea and Corn Salsa

Packed with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this Black Eyed Pea and Corn Salsa is a quick and healthy dish perfect for any occasion. Combining tender black-eyed peas, sweet corn kernels, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a touch of zing from jalapeño peppers, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 15 minutes. A zesty lime and cumin dressing ties everything together, while fresh cilantro provides a fragrant finish. Ideal as a crowd-pleasing party dip with tortilla chips or as a fresh topping for tacos, grilled chicken, or fish, this salsa is a versatile and nutritious addition to your menu. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, it’s a light, gluten-free, and flavor-packed option that will leave everyone asking for the recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Black-eyed peas, cooked or canned (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Corn kernels, fresh, frozen (thawed), or canned (drained)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, diced
• 1 Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 Jalapeño, minced (seeds removed for less heat, if desired)
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 Lime, juiced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the black-eyed peas, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro.

Step 2

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice if necessary.

Step 5

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salsa for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Serve the salsa chilled or at room temperature with tortilla chips, or use it as a topping for tacos, grilled fish, or chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	951.1 grams (951.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	803

Total Fat 33.60g	43%
Saturated Fat 5.10g	26%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2173mg	94%
Total Carbohydrate 112.60g	41%
Dietary Fiber 26.90g	96%
Total Sugars 30.50g
Protein 27.10g	54%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 166mg	13%
Iron 8mg	47%
Potassium 2181mg	46%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.1%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 52.3%