Best 7 Contest Winning Black Eyed Pea Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful explosion of flavors with our curated collection of black-eyed pea salad recipes. From traditional Southern favorites to unique culinary fusions, these recipes offer a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. Discover the classic black-eyed pea salad, a harmonious blend of black-eyed peas, crisp vegetables, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing. Embark on a Mediterranean adventure with our Greek black-eyed pea salad, featuring a refreshing combination of feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing. For a smoky and savory twist, try our black-eyed pea and roasted red pepper salad, where smoky roasted red peppers and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette create a captivating flavor profile. Experiment with our Asian-inspired black-eyed pea salad, a vibrant medley of edamame, crunchy peanuts, and a sweet and tangy Asian dressing. And for a hearty and protein-packed meal, our black-eyed pea and quinoa salad combines the goodness of black-eyed peas, quinoa, and a medley of fresh vegetables, tossed in a zesty dressing. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our diverse selection of black-eyed pea salad recipes, each offering a unique and unforgettable taste experience.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

VIBRANT BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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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

2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 each small green, yellow and red peppers, finely chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
DRESSING:
1/4 cup red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon stone-ground mustard
1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup olive oil

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



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil, approximately, as needed to brush on peppers
1 red bell pepper, halved, stemmed and seeds removed
1 yellow bell pepper, halved, stemmed and seeds removed
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 large clove garlic, lightly crushed with the side of a knife blade and quartered
1 cup olive oil, preferably extra-virgin
2 (16-ounce) cans black eyed peas, drained
2 tablespoons sliced scallions, white and tender green parts only (from about 6 scallions)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves, from about 1-ounce parsley, stems removed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Brush olive oil on the peppers, and place them cut side down on a piece of heavy duty aluminum foil (with the edges turned up to avoid drips.) Roast until charred, them remove them to a resealable plastic bag or tightly covered pan to sweat and cool down.
  • Make the vinaigrette just before use. Through the feed opening of a running blender, add vinegar and garlic. With the blender still running, pour olive oil in a slow thin stream. (Alternatively, you can prepare the vinaigrette by whisking the ingredients into a bowl in the same order, in which case, the garlic should be minced first.)
  • Return to the bell peppers and peel off the blackened skin. Slice the flesh of the peppers brunoise (julienne, then crosswise) and place in a mixing bowl. Fold in the drained black-eyed peas, scallions, and parsley. Stir in enough of the vinaigrette to coat. Serve family style.

BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 7 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

One (#10 can) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped, optional
1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped, optional
1/2 to 1 small or medium red onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, peeled and finely minced
3/4 cup chopped flat-leaf Italian parsley
1/2 fresh jalapeno, very finely minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup canola oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon brown mustard
1/2 tablespoon salt
1/2 tablespoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the black-eyed peas, red and green bell peppers, onion, garlic, parsley and jalapeno.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, canola oil, vinegar, whole-grain mustard, brown mustard, salt and pepper. Pour over the salad mixture and toss well.

BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups black-eyed peas, cooked and drained
1 cup white onion, small dice
1 1/2 cups red pepper, medium dice
1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
2 tablespoons fresh oregano, picked and chopped
1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, picked and chopped
1 1/2 cups extra virgin olive oil
1 lime, zested
2 limes, juiced
2 tablespoons garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
Salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the first 6 ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Mix dressing in a separate bowl and pour over salad. Adjust with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Salad is best when made a day ahead.

BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 8h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large tomato, diced
1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 jalapeno, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup unseasoned rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup canola oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Two 15-ounce cans black-eyed peas, drained

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.

QUICK AND EASY BLACK EYED PEA SALAD



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One of a few winners of Cooking Light Magazine's Ultimate Reader Recipe Contest, Jan/Feb 2010. So good! This is a great vegetarian lunch or a perfect pack and go side dish for a pot luck!

Provided by januarybride

Categories     Beans

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons lemon juice (juice of 1 lemon)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (I used Seasoning Salt)
1/4 teaspoon sugar (I added a little extra)
1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes (I used roma tomatoes)
1 cup diagonally cut green onion (about 4 green onions)
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon chopped of fresh mint (I omit the mint, but that's up to you)
1 (15 7/8 ounce) can black-eyed peas (rinsed and drained)
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • Prepare dressing by mixing together first 5 ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk until well blended.
  • Place all of salad ingredients in a large bowl, drizzle dressing over the top and toss well.
  • Cover and chill.

DAVE'S GEORGIA BLACK EYED PEAS



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Enjoy and serve with cornbread.

Provided by Dave

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 16h35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds dried black-eyed peas
12 cups water
8 cubes chicken bouillon
1 pound bacon
½ cup butter
2 large yellow onions, chopped
1 pound cooked ham, cut into bite-size pieces
salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Rinse, pick over, and place the peas in a large bowl. Cover with several inches of cool water; let stand 8 hours to overnight.
  • Pour the water into a large saucepan or soup pot. Add the bouillon cubes and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the bouillon. Stir in the peas, reduce heat, and bring to a simmer.
  • Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate. Crumble the bacon and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in the pan with the bacon grease; cook and stir the onions until they begin to turn brown at the edges, about 10 minutes. Stir the onions and cooking fat into the peas; add the crumbled bacon, ham, and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer the peas over low heat for 8 hours, stirring every hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.2 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 50.8 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 1176.8 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use canned black-eyed peas. Just rinse and drain them before using.
  • If you have fresh black-eyed peas, cook them according to the package directions.
  • Add other vegetables to the salad, such as chopped cucumber, bell pepper, or corn.
  • For a creamy salad, add 1/2 cup of mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
  • For a tangy salad, add 1/4 cup of vinegar or lemon juice.
  • Season the salad with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This contest-winning black-eyed pea salad is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish. It's perfect for potlucks, picnics, or cookouts. The salad is also a good source of protein and fiber. So, next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this recipe a try.

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