Black Eyed Peas Salsa

Bright, zesty, and bursting with flavor, Black Eyed Peas Salsa is a vibrant twist on traditional salsa that’s perfect for any occasion. Packed with wholesome ingredients like tender black-eyed peas, juicy Roma tomatoes, crisp bell peppers, sweet corn, and a hint of spicy jalapeño, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. Tossed in a tangy lime and cumin dressing and finished with fresh cilantro, this salsa is a refreshing mix of bold flavors and textures. Serve it chilled with crunchy tortilla chips, or use it as a versatile topping for tacos, grilled meats, or salads. Whether as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a healthy snack, this Black Eyed Peas Salsa is sure to become your go-to recipe for summer gatherings and beyond!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Black eyed peas (cooked or canned, rinsed and drained)
• 2 medium Roma tomatoes, diced
• 1 cup Sweet corn (frozen or canned, drained)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
• 1 small Red onion, finely diced
• 1 medium Jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the black eyed peas by rinsing and draining them if using canned, or cooking them if using dry beans. Let them cool before adding to the salsa.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the black eyed peas, diced Roma tomatoes, corn, diced red bell pepper, diced green bell pepper, and finely diced red onion.

Step 3

Add the minced jalapeño and chopped fresh cilantro to the bowl for extra flavor.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the black eyed pea mixture and gently toss until well combined.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, lime juice, or cumin.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Serve chilled with tortilla chips, or as a topping for tacos, grilled chicken, or salads.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1409 grams (1409.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1226

Total Fat 49.50g	63%
Saturated Fat 7.60g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2756mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 169.50g	62%
Dietary Fiber 46.20g	165%
Total Sugars 47.90g
Protein 45.70g	91%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 322mg	25%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 3230mg	69%

*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: 34.1%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 51.9%