In a vibrant symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, black-eyed pea salad emerges as a culinary masterpiece. This delightful dish, rooted in Southern tradition, harmoniously blends the earthy goodness of black-eyed peas with a captivating array of herbs, walnuts, and pomegranates. Each ingredient contributes its unique charm, creating a salad that is both visually stunning and bursting with taste.
The black-eyed peas, a humble legume often overlooked, take center stage in this salad, offering a delightful bite and a hearty dose of plant-based protein. Accompanying them are an ensemble of aromatic herbs, including cilantro, parsley, and mint, which infuse the salad with freshness and a touch of herbaceousness. Walnuts, with their rich, nutty flavor and satisfying crunch, add a delightful textural contrast to the tender peas.
Pomegranates, the jewels of autumn, lend their vibrant crimson hues and sweet-tart flavor to the salad, creating a burst of color and a tantalizing contrast to the other ingredients. The dressing, a harmonious blend of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and spices, brings all the elements together, adding a touch of tang and subtle sweetness that elevates the salad to new heights.
In addition to the main recipe, this article provides variations that cater to different dietary preferences and culinary inclinations. For those seeking a vegan alternative, a creamy avocado dressing replaces the honey-based dressing, creating a luscious and flavorful option. And for those who prefer a heartier salad, a grilled chicken or shrimp variation offers a protein-packed meal.
Black-eyed pea salad, with its vibrant colors, delightful flavors, and diverse variations, is a dish that satisfies both the palate and the eye. It's a perfect addition to summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a light and refreshing lunch. So, gather your ingredients, don your apron, and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the wonders of this Southern delicacy.
MEDITERRANEAN BLACK EYED PEA SALAD
Simple and hearty black eyed pea salad with chopped vegetables, fresh herbs, pomegranate arils, and a bright Mediterranean dressing. Keep it vegan or add a sprinkle of creamy feta to finish! The perfect lunch or side next to your favorite protein.
Provided by Suzy Karadsheh
Categories Salad
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the black eyed peas, chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, pomegranate arils, onions, and fresh mint.
- Make the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the pomegranate molasses (or balsamic reduction), lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and a good dash of salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the black eyed pea salad. Mix well to combine. Finish with a sprinkle of feta cheese, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.3 kcal, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Protein 6.5 g, Fat 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 9.4 mg, Fiber 6.1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BLACK-EYED-PEA SALAD WITH HERBS, WALNUTS AND POMEGRANATES
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories salads and dressings
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the peas in a medium saucepan, add cold water to cover by 2 inches and bring to a boil. Cook for 5 minutes. Drain. Add fresh water to just cover the peas and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Drain and cool to room temperature.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice, walnuts, garlic, salt and pepper. In a serving bowl, combine the peas, arugula, parsley and purslane. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well. Season to taste again with salt and pepper, sprinkle with the pomegranate seeds and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 187, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 185 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 8h10m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine the first 6 ingredients in a bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the rice wine vinegar, canola oil, sugar, and salt and pepper.
- Toss all together with the black-eyed peas and let marinate for at up to 8 hours in the refrigerator before serving.
BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD WITH HERBS, WALNUTS AND POMEGRANATES
Adapted from The Foods of the Greek Islands. Posted for ZWT6. From the island of Chios. If not using the purslane, increase parsley and arugula to 3/4 cup each.
Provided by Chocolatl
Categories Greens
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place peas in a medium saucepan.
- Add water to cover by 2 inches.
- Bring to a boil.
- Cook 5 minutes.
- Drain.
- Add fresh water just to cover.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20-30 minutes, or until peas are tender.
- Drain and let cool to room temperature.
- Whisk oil, lemon juice, walnuts, garlic, salt and pepper together in a small bowl.
- Combine peas, purslane, parsley and arugula in a serving bowl.
- Pour dressing over them and toss well.
- Top with pomegranate seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.7, Fat 20.8, SaturatedFat 2.7, Sodium 8.3, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 6.8, Protein 5.7
BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD
This salad goes great with barbeque and, of course, New Year's Day.
Provided by LADYEM
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes
Time 8h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, toss together black-eyed peas, tomato, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, celery, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, mix balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Toss into the vegetables. Cover, and chill in the refrigerator 8 hours, or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 478 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD
This salad is inspired by a Greek recipe that calls for lots of herb fennel. I couldn't find herb fennel, so I added a thinly sliced fennel bulb to the mix. Along with its refreshing flavor, the fennel bulb contributes a delightful contrasting crunchy texture. It's a great salad with or without the tomatoes.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories salads and dressings
Time 2h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place the black-eyed peas, whole crushed garlic cloves, halved onion and bay leaf in a large, heavy saucepan and add enough water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, add salt to taste, reduce the heat, cover and simmer until tender but intact, about 45 minutes. Remove from the heat, remove the lid and allow the black-eyed peas to cool for 30 minutes. Remove and discard the onion. Remove the garlic cloves, squeeze the cooked garlic out of the skins and back into the black-eyed peas, and drain through a strainer set over a bowl.
- Transfer the black-eyed peas to a large bowl. Whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, minced garlic, cumin, salt, pepper and olive oil. Toss with the beans. Add the remaining ingredients except the feta and toss together. If you want a bit more liquid with the beans, add back some of the broth (I found the dressing to be sufficient). Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Sprinkle the feta over the top and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 210, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 512 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
BULGUR AND BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD WITH TOMATOES, ONIONS, AND POMEGRANATE DRESSING
Provided by Engin Akin
Categories Fruit Garlic Herb Nut Onion Pepper Tomato Side Sauté Vegetarian Vegan Bon Appétit Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For dressing:
- Combine pomegranate molasses and oil in small bowl. Using garlic press, press garlic into mixture and whisk to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
- For salad:
- Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 6 minutes. Add bulgur; stir 1 minute. Add 2 cups warm water, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Mix in jalapeño chiles, then black-eyed peas, basil, and green onions. Cover skillet and let stand 5 minutes. Transfer bulgur mixture to large bowl. Mix in dressing. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
- Just before serving, mix tomatoes into salad and sprinkle with nuts.
VIBRANT BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD
My black-eyed pea salad reminds me of a Southern cooking class my husband and I took while visiting Savannah, Georgia. People go nuts for it at picnics and potlucks. -Danielle Lee, Sewickley, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Lunch Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine peas, tomatoes, peppers, onion, celery and basil., For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk vinegar, mustard, oregano, salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 3 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 319mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic exchanges
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh black-eyed peas. If you don't have access to fresh black-eyed peas, you can use frozen or canned black-eyed peas, but be sure to rinse them well before using.
- To make the salad ahead of time, cook the black-eyed peas and quinoa according to the package directions and let them cool completely. Then, combine the salad ingredients in a large bowl and cover it tightly. The salad will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This salad is also a great way to use up leftover black-eyed peas or quinoa. If you have any leftovers from a previous meal, simply add them to the salad.
- Feel free to get creative with the herbs and nuts. You can use any type of fresh herbs that you like, and you can also substitute different types of nuts, such as almonds or pistachios.
Conclusion:
Black-eyed pea salad with herbs, walnuts, and pomegranates is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it is also a good source of antioxidants. This salad is easy to make and can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this black-eyed pea salad a try.
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