Black Eyed Pea Relish

Bright, zesty, and bursting with flavor, this Black Eyed Pea Relish is a vibrant, no-cook delight that’s perfect for any occasion. Combining tender black-eyed peas with a medley of colorful vegetables like red and green bell peppers, red onion, and juicy grape tomatoes, this recipe shines with fresh, wholesome ingredients. A tangy vinaigrette made with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, honey, and a touch of cumin ties everything together, creating a bold and refreshing dish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this relish is incredibly versatile—serve it as a dip with tortilla chips, a topping for grilled meats or fish, or a healthy, crowd-pleasing side dish. Packed with protein, fiber, and vibrant flavors, it’s a must-try for your next gathering or weeknight meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked black-eyed peas (drained and rinsed if canned)
• 1 large red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 large green bell pepper, finely diced
• 0.5 medium red onion, finely diced
• 1 cup grape tomatoes, quartered
• 1 medium jalapeño, seeds removed and finely minced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked black-eyed peas, red bell peppers, green bell pepper, red onion, grape tomatoes, jalapeño, and fresh cilantro. Toss gently to mix.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the black-eyed peas and vegetables. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the relish sit for at least 15 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld together. For best results, refrigerate for 1–2 hours before serving.

Step 5

Serve the Black Eyed Pea Relish as a dip with tortilla chips, a topping for grilled chicken or fish, or as a flavorful side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1010 grams (1010.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1008

Total Fat 46.00g	59%
Saturated Fat 7.10g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1238mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 120.70g	44%
Dietary Fiber 37.00g	132%
Total Sugars 35.30g
Protein 35.50g	71%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 259mg	20%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 2143mg	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: 39.9%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 46.5%