Hearty Black Eyed Pea Salad
Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Hearty Black Eyed Pea Salad is a refreshing and satisfying dish that's perfect for any occasion. Packed with protein-rich black-eyed peas, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and crunchy red bell pepper, this colorful salad is elevated by a zesty dressing made with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and red wine vinegar. Fresh parsley and a hint of garlic add an herby brightness, while optional crumbled feta offers a creamy, tangy finish. Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this no-cook recipe is ideal for meal prep, light lunches, or as a vibrant side dish for barbecues and potlucks. Serve it chilled or let the flavors meld by refrigerating it overnight—either way, this flavorful black-eyed pea salad is sure to become a new favorite!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups Black-eyed peas (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 medium Red onion, finely diced
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black-eyed peas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and chopped parsley.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 3
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Step 4
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more salt or lemon juice.
Step 5
If using feta cheese, sprinkle it on top of the salad just before serving.
Step 6
Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1384.2 grams (1384.2g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1406 |
| Total Fat 60.60g | 78% |
| Saturated Fat 16.30g | 82% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g | |
| Cholesterol 53mg | 18% |
| Sodium 3354mg | 146% |
| Total Carbohydrate 164.00g | 60% |
| Dietary Fiber 49.20g | 176% |
| Total Sugars 38.90g | |
| Protein 61.00g | 122% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 775mg | 60% |
| Iron 20mg | 109% |
| Potassium 3450mg | 73% |
Source of Calories