Are you looking for a dish that's both flavorful and visually appealing? Look no further than this confetti black-eyed pea salad! This vibrant salad is packed with colorful ingredients like red bell peppers, corn, tomatoes, and avocado, and tossed in a zesty dressing made with lime juice, olive oil, and cilantro.
The combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors makes this salad a refreshing and satisfying side dish or main course. Plus, it's loaded with healthy ingredients like protein-rich black-eyed peas, fiber-filled corn, and antioxidant-rich tomatoes. This recipe is also incredibly versatile, so you can easily customize it to your liking by adding or omitting ingredients. Whether you're serving it at a potluck, picnic, or casual weeknight dinner, this confetti black-eyed pea salad is sure to be a hit!
This article features two variations of the confetti black-eyed pea salad: a classic version and a spicy version. The classic version is a crowd-pleaser with its balanced flavors, while the spicy version adds a kick of heat with the addition of jalapeño peppers. Both salads are equally delicious and easy to make, so you can choose the one that best suits your taste preferences.
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.
CONFETTI BLACK EYED PEA SALAD
Make and share this Confetti Black Eyed Pea Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MsSally
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Whisk oil, vinegar, mustard, onion, salt, pepper, and honey in a large bowl; add black-eyed peas, bell pepper, tomato, celery, carrots, and parsley.
- Gently stir to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.5, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 512.2, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 2.8, Protein 5.9
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
BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD
This easy black-eyed-pea salad (salatu niebe) is a riot of colors on the plate- cooked peas (native to Africa), diced tomato, cucumber,bell pepper, scallions anmd parsley. Dressed with lime juice and olive oil- and a minced habanero chile- the salad is a perfect side to grilled kebabs or simply spooned into a lettuce cup. From the food section of the December 17,2008 Houston Chronicle that featured recipes from "Yolele! Recipes from the Heart of Senegal", the debut cookbook from chef-restauranteur Pierre Thiam. Prep time does not include soaking time for beans or marinating time for the salad.
Provided by Leslie in Texas
Categories Beans
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In medium saucepan, gently boil peas in 1 quart water until tender, about 30 minutes.
- Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt near the end of the cooking time. Strain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix the tomato,cucumber,bell pepper,green onions,parsley, lime juice, habanero, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper.
- Gradually pour in the olive oil while whisking the mixture together.
- Gently fold in the black-eyed-peas.
- Cover and allow to sit for 1 hour so that flavors can blend; serve in the lettuce cups.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.1, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 391.7, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.7, Protein 2.8
BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD
Each time I take this dish to a church supper, I get many, many requests to share the recipe. My family has enjoyed this tasty salad for years, and it works very well alongside ham, brisket or chicken. It is inexpensive to make, and the red onion rings add a nice touch of color to a meal. The real beauty of this salad is that it can be made well ahead of time.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium salad bowl, combine peas, onion, green pepper and garlic. Stir together all remaining ingredients and pour over vegetable mixture. Chill, covered for at least 12 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 8g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 359mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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 recipe is an adaption of one that I found awhile back. It has quickly become one of DH's favorites. It can be made several hours in advance and kept in the refrigerator. Please note that the cooking time is the minimum recommended time to chill the salad before serving.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium size bowl, combine the peas, celery, onion and jalapeno pepper.
- In a small dish, whish together the oil, vinegar, mayonnaise, salt and Tabasco sauce.
- Pour the dressing over the peas and mix well; cover and refrigerate until serving time.
- Just before serving, add the diced tomato and stir to combine.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Be sure to rinse the black-eyed peas well before cooking.
- Cook the black-eyed peas until they are tender but still hold their shape.
- Let the black-eyed peas cool completely before adding them to the salad.
- Use a variety of colorful vegetables to make the salad more visually appealing.
- Be sure to dress the salad with a flavorful vinaigrette.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.
Conclusion:
Confetti Black-Eyed Pea Salad is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. With its colorful vegetables, flavorful vinaigrette, and tender black-eyed peas, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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